We need to have within us the splendid heroic virtues which alone avail in the mighty crises, the terrible catastrophes whereby a nation is either purified as if by fire, or else consumed forever in the flames.
Advocating for national strength and character, this quote emphasizes the necessity of heroic virtues to navigate and survive profound national crises.
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