Quote by Alexander Berkman

War paralyzes your courage and deadens the spirit of true manhood.

War paralyzes your courage and deadens the spirit of true ma

Summary

This quote suggests that engaging in war has a detrimental effect on an individual's character and ideals. It implies that war weakens one's courage and diminishes the essences of true masculinity. The horrors and brutality of war are believed to strip away the noble qualities within a person, preventing them from fully embodying the virtues of bravery, strength, and honor. It highlights the transformational impact of war, emphasizing the negative consequences it has on the human spirit.

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