The siege of Montevideo, when better known in its details, will be counted among the noble defences of a people fighting for independence, for courage, constancy, and sacrifices of all kinds.
Garibaldi asserts the historical importance of the Siege of Montevideo, praising the defenders' courage and sacrifice in their fight for independence.
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