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The Greeks were famous athletes, and as long as their athletic training had a normal place in their lives, it was a good thing.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “The Greeks were famous athletes, and as long as their athletic training had a normal place in their lives, it was a good…”
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He draws a parallel between the athleticism of the Greeks and its positive impact when balanced with other virtues.
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