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Edmund Burke: “Though the summer was almost spent when he arrived in Britain, knowing how much the vigor and success of the first…”

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Though the summer was almost spent when he arrived in Britain, knowing how much the vigor and success of the first stroke influences all subsequent measures, he entered immediately into action.
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Edmund Burke

Editor's note · Context

Burke emphasizes the importance of decisive action in leadership, noting Agricola's immediate engagement upon arrival in Britain.

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