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Giuseppe Garibaldi: The Republicans, therefore, had only one thing left that could be done—to defend themselves—resist, and repel the charge…

On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
The Republicans, therefore, had only one thing left that could be done—to defend themselves—resist, and repel the charge of the enemy's infantry.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi

Editor's note · Context

Reflecting on a dire military situation, Garibaldi describes the only viable option for his forces.

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