Quote by Thomas Paine

It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by ;degrees, the consequences will be the same.

It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, tha

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This quote emphasizes that the cause we are defending is not limited to a small piece of land. It transcends physical boundaries and represents something greater. Regardless of how we defeat the enemy - whether in a single decisive battle or through gradual progress - the outcome and impact on the cause remain unchanged. It highlights the importance of focusing on the larger goal and understanding that victory can be achieved through different means and strategies.

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