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“She stood upon her chariot, spear in hand, a frightful sight and spoke:
‘I am avenging lost freedom, my scourged body, the chastity of my daughters. Behold the proud display of warlike spirits, and consider the motives for which we draw the avenging sword. On this spot we must either conquer or die with glory. There is no alternative. I am a woman but my resolution remains firm. You men can either fight or die.’”

— Cassius Dio about Boudicca