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The extreme individualism of the frontier, which found expression for good and for evil, both in its governmental system in time of peace and in its military system in time of war, was also shown in religious matters.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote addresses the dual nature of individualism on the frontier, affecting both governance and military organization.

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