Quote by Charles de Gaulle

France has lost the battle but she has not lost the war.

France has lost the battle but she has not lost the war.

Summary

This quote suggests that while France may have suffered a temporary setback or defeat ("lost the battle"), it still has the potential to ultimately triumph ("has not lost the war"). It implies that although France may have experienced difficulties or setbacks, it remains resilient and determined to persevere in achieving its goals. This quote emphasizes the idea of resilience and the belief that setbacks are only temporary and can be overcome in the pursuit of a greater objective.

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War

By Charles de Gaulle

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