Did Vlad the Impaler really say 'I would rather have a dead enemy than a living one.'?

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I would rather have a dead enemy than a living one.

— Vlad the Impaler Contemporary · Dracula inspiration, brutal ruler

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"I will make them examples for all to see."

"I have no need for advisers who lack courage."

"I am the dragon, and I will burn my enemies."

"I will crush all who stand against me."

"Their suffering will be my pleasure."

Alleged saying

Date: c. 1460

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