Quote by Oliver Cromwell

I had rather have a plain, russet-coated Captain, that knows what he fights for, and loves what he knows, than that which you call a Gentle-man and is nothing else.

I had rather have a plain, russet-coated Captain, that knows

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker holds the qualities of loyalty, conviction, and genuine passion in high regard over superficial attributes. They express a preference for a humble and authentic captain who understands the purpose of their fight and deeply appreciates it, as opposed to someone who claims the label of a "gentleman" but lacks substance and substancefulness. The quote suggests that true character and substance are more important than external appearances or social status.

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