Quote by Abraham Lincoln

All the armies of Europe, Asia and Africa combined, with all the treasure of the earth (our own excepted) in their military chest; with a Bonaparte for a commander, could not by force take a drink from the Ohio or make a track on the Blue Ridge in a

All the armies of Europe, Asia and Africa combined, with all

Summary

This quote emphasizes the power and impenetrability of nature. It suggests that no matter how strong or wealthy a military force may be, it cannot overcome the forces of nature. The image of not being able to take a drink from the Ohio river or make a track on the Blue Ridge mountains illustrates the insignificance of human strength when faced with the vastness and authority of the natural world. Ultimately, the quote highlights the limits of human power and the supremacy of nature.

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By Abraham Lincoln

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