For among other evils cause... by Niccolo Machiavelli, an Italian Writer

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“For among other evils caused by being disarmed, it renders you contemptible; which is one of those disgraceful things which a prince must guard against.”

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Niccolo Machiavelli

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Name: Niccolo Machiavelli

Nationality: Italian

Date of Birth: May 3, 1469

Date of Death: Jun 21, 1527

Profession: Writer

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