On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
We have only a sentiment of admiration and a word of praise, equal for all, officers, soldiers and people, who took part in the combat of the 30th.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi
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gutenberg.orgGiuseppe Garibaldi: “We have only a sentiment of admiration and a word of praise, equal for all, officers, soldiers and people, who took part…”
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Reflecting on a battle, he expresses universal admiration for everyone involved, from officers to ordinary citizens.
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