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Giuseppe Garibaldi: “But I felt no despair—a feeling which I have never known.”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
But I felt no despair—a feeling which I have never known.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi

Editor's note · Context

Reflecting on a challenging naval engagement, Garibaldi describes his inherent optimism and resilience in the face of adversity.

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