But, even should we all fall, we shall bequeath to future generations a legacy of hatred and vengeance against foreign domination; the inheritance of each of our sons will be a rifle, and the consciousness of his rights; and by the blessing of God, the oppressor will never sleep soundly.
He vowed that even in defeat, they would leave future generations a legacy of resistance against foreign rule, ensuring oppressors would never rest easy.
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