| "Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war" - A Famous Quote by William Shakespeare This famous quote originated in the play by William Shakespeare. This section provides answers to the following questions about this famous Shakespeare quote: Who said that? Which play the quote come from? What was the name of the speaker? In which Act or Scene can the whole quote, or saying, be found?
Shakespeare Quote - "Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war"
Marcus Antonius (Mark Antony):
And Caesar's spirit, raging for revenge, With Ate by his side come hot from hell, Shall in these confines with a monarch's voice Cry "Havoc!" and let slip the dogs of war, That this foul deed shall smell above the earth With carrion men, groaning for burial.
Julius Caesar Act 3, Scene 1 |
Famous Shakespeare Quote Although set in different times many of the most famous quotes about life and love by William Shakespeare are still relevant today. Did you know that William Shakespeare is credited by the Oxford English Dictionary with the introduction of nearly 3,000 words into the language. It's no wonder that expressions from his works in literature, including the "Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war" quote, are an 'anonymous' part of the English language. Many people continue to use this "Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war" quote by William Shakespeare in famous quotes about life. "Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war" |
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