That taxes may be the ostensible cause is true, but that they are the true cause is as far remote from truth as light from darkness.
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"That taxes may be the ostensible cause is true, but that they are the true cause is as far remote from truth as light from darkness." — Henry Knox
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That taxes may be the ostensible cause is true, but that they are the true cause is as far remote from truth as light from darkness. — Henry Knox
About Henry Knox
Henry Knox was a Soldier from United States (1750–1806).
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Who said "That taxes may be the ostensible cause is true, but that they are the true caus…"?
This quote is attributed to Henry Knox, a Soldier from United States.
When did Henry Knox live?
Henry Knox lived from 1750 – 1806.