On the recordJanuary 1, 1881
The hardships and dangers involved in the struggle give strength and toughness to the character, and enable it to stand firm in storm as well as in sunshine.
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Frederick Douglass
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gutenberg.orgFrederick Douglass: “The hardships and dangers involved in the struggle give strength and toughness to the character, and enable it to stand…”
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Douglass explains how the challenges of fighting for freedom forge a resilient and steadfast character.
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