Quote by Chief Joseph

I said in my heart that, rather than have war, I would give up my country.

I said in my heart that, rather than have war, I would give

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In this quote, the speaker expresses a deep desire for peace and is willing to make a personal sacrifice to avoid war. They contemplate giving up their own country as a means of preserving harmony. This statement reflects a sentiment of prioritizing unity over nationalistic pride and highlights the speaker's strong aversion towards conflict and its potentially devastating consequences.

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