On the record44 BC
There are, therefore, instances of civic courage that are not inferior to the courage of the soldier.
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Cicero
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gutenberg.orgCicero: “There are, therefore, instances of civic courage that are not inferior to the courage of the soldier.”
Editor's note · Context
In his philosophical treatise, Cicero argues that civic courage, demonstrated in statesmanship, is as valuable as military bravery.
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