Quote by Walter Bagehot
Conquest is the missionary of valor, and the hard impact of military virtues beats meanness out of the world.
Summary
This quote suggests that conquest, or taking control by force, serves as a way to spread courage and bravery. It argues that the military values instilled through conquest can eradicate cowardice and stinginess from society. In other words, the author believes that through conquest, the virtues of the military are disseminated, leading to a better and more virtuous world.