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Many centuries would have to pass before soil would again collect, or could be made to collect, in sufficient quantity once more to support the old-time forest growth.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote illustrates the long-term impact of deforestation on soil regeneration and forest recovery.

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