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On the contrary we should never lose sight of the fact that the aim of each school is to turn out a man who shall be above everything else a fighting man.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of developing strong and capable individuals through education.

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