Quote by Lester B. Pearson

As a soldier, I survived World War I when most of my comrades did not.

As a soldier, I survived World War I when most of my comrade

Summary

The quote describes the speaker's resilience and survival amidst the devastation of World War I. It highlights the speaker's recognition of their luck or fortune in surviving the war, while acknowledging the unfortunate fate of their comrades who did not. This short statement encapsulates the speaker's acknowledgment of the grim reality of war, and the personal strength required to endure such a devastating period in history.

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