Quote by Sir Winston Churchill, from an a

Twice in my lifetime the long arm of destiny has reached across the oceans and involved the entire life and manhood of the United States in a deadly struggle.There was no use in saying We don't want it; we wonhttp://www.winstonchurchill.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=424

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This quote by Winston Churchill conveys the idea that the United States has been thrust into two major conflicts, against its wishes or intentions. The phrase "the long arm of destiny" implies that external forces or events beyond the control of the United States brought about these conflicts. Churchill emphasizes that despite any reluctance or opposition, the nation was unable to escape or avoid its involvement. This quote acknowledges the significant impact of these struggles on the nation, emphasizing the magnitude of the sacrifices and the overwhelming extent to which they influenced American lives and society.

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