Alas! I have civilized my own subjects; I have conquered other nations; yet I have not been able to civilize or to conquer myself. (Peter I of Russia)

Alas! I have civilized my own subjects; I have conquered other nations; yet I have not been able to civilize or to conquer myself.

Peter I of Russia

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