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De Alexander: “It is impossible not to feel admiration for the indomitable courage and the inexhaustible animal spirits which no defeat…”

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It is impossible not to feel admiration for the indomitable courage and the inexhaustible animal spirits which no defeat could reduce to prostration.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In this passage, Alexander expresses admiration for the resilience and spirit of individuals facing defeat.

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