Richard the Lionheart:

He who fears to be conquered is sure of defeat.

— Richard the Lionheart Medieval

English king, Crusader

Attributed as a motivational saying, reflecting his warrior spirit.

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"By God's teeth, I will not eat a crumb of bread until I have taken this city!"

"A king who cannot wield a sword is no king at all."

"To fail is not an option."

"I am a soldier, not a priest."

"I would rather die than be defeated."