In actual war there can be no greater or more effective heroism than was shown by those who stayed here at their posts; by those who, being away, came back; and by those who, having planned to go away, instantly gave up going away and stayed here to aid in the fight for their fellows in distress.
Roosevelt highlights the heroism of those who remained steadfast during a crisis, emphasizing the importance of commitment and sacrifice.
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