That action, although of little importance in itself, was of very great value in its effects,—greatly strengthening the spirit of the Republican army, and diminishing that of the enemy, while it established, from that day, the military character of the Italian Legion.
Reflecting on a specific battle, Garibaldi describes its lasting impact on the morale and reputation of the Italian Legion.
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Education gives liberty—education gives to the people the means and the power to secure and defend their own independence.
Let no one misunderstand my words—let no one confound Popery with Christianity—the Religion of Liberty with the avaricious and sanguinary Politics of Slavery.
On a strong and wholesome education of the people depend the liberty and greatness of Italy.
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