The stern hand of fate has scourged us to an elevation where we can see the great everlasting things which matter for a nation -- the great peaks we had forgotten, of Honor, Duty, Patriotism, and clad in glittering white, the great pinnacle of Sacrifice pointing like a rugged finger to Heaven.

Summary

This quote suggests that through adversity and hardships, we are pushed to a higher level of understanding and appreciation for important values such as honor, duty, patriotism, and sacrifice. The metaphor of being scourged by fate implies that these challenges have forced us to look beyond the mundane and recognize the significance of these everlasting principles. By reaching this elevated perspective, we can see the towering peaks representing these values, with sacrifice standing prominently, reminding us of its crucial role in our ideals and connection to something greater.

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