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Giuseppe Garibaldi: The word tent is erased from the military dictionary of Garibaldi.

On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
The word tent is erased from the military dictionary of Garibaldi.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi

Editor's note · Context

From his autobiography, this statement reflects his Spartan military philosophy and the hardships endured by his forces.

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