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 gave the clearest proof of nobility of soul, generosity and clear-sightedness, died with the accusation hanging over his head that he was 'an impostor and an assassin of humanity.'" Laboulbène adds: "After years of self-sacrifice in behalf of his fellow men Sydenham received as his final earthly reward calumny and ignominy, and the jealousy of many professional brethren."