Even when the most selfish of human passions, the love of power or the love of fame, is the stimulant of the soldier's career, he must at least be ready for the supreme sacrifice--the willingness to give his life, if need be, for the object he is pursuing.
Hoar highlights the soldier's readiness to make the ultimate sacrifice for their cause, even when motivated by personal ambition.
Share
More from George F. Hoar
What was said helped to arouse public attention, and the masses of the people--always pure and incorruptible--set themselves earnestly and successfully to reform the abuses.
I took a great interest in the founding of the famous Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and I was the first person named in its Act of Incorporation.
But their names were wanting from the honorable roll of the men who accomplished them.
It is utterly impossible for me to support the Buffalo nomination.
Other voices in this conversation
