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Colonel Gaddafi has, since he took over power in Libya more than 40 years ago, been known for being a bit of an eccentric character and as guide of the revolution has provided his people and the world with many words of wisdom. Between insisting on having female bodyguards, to trying to set up his tent in Central Park while he visited the United Nations headquarters, he has throughout the years never ceased to amaze us. In an attempt to understand the world according to the King of Kings of Africa, here are some of Gaddafi's quotes on issues ranging from Libya to womens right's and even piracy...