“Leonidas (decides to visit the small Persian contingent): Captain, I...”

Leonidas (decides to visit the small Persian contingent): Captain, I leave you in charge.

Captain

But my king ...

Leonidas

Don't worry, Captain. Remember, if they assassinate me, all of Sparta goes to war. Pray they're that stupid. Pray we're that lucky. Besides, there's no reason we can't be civil, is there?

Captain

None, sire. [thrusts his spear into a Persian's chest]

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Spartan King Leonidas Gerard Butler More Leonidas quotes →

Captain Vincent Regan More Captain quotes →

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