But, take it altogether, the people have not been sanguinary, and, considering the immense provocation which they have received, order has been wonderfully preserved, and little blood shed.
Garibaldi offers an assessment of the general public's conduct during a period of unrest, noting their relative restraint despite significant provocation.
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On that occasion, and in various other circumstances of a similar kind, I never hesitated for a moment, or thought of my own safety.
But who, in those days, had ever taught them how to be patriots and Italians?
I have in fancy seen her on her knees before the Most High—my dear mother!—imploring for the life of her son; and I have believed in the efficacy of her prayers.
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