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When the clash comes between these men and their sombre foes, too often there follow deeds of enormous, of incredible, of indescribable horror.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt reflects on the horrific consequences that often follow violent clashes between opposing forces.

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