Quote by William Shakespeare

Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more;Or close the wall up with our English dead!In peace there's nothing so becomes a manAs modest stillness and humility:But when the blast of war blows in our ears,Then imitate the action of the tiger.

Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more;Or close

Summary

This quote, spoken by Henry V in Shakespeare's play, highlights the contrast between times of peace and times of war. In peaceful situations, being modest and humble is considered honorable. However, when faced with the sound of war, Henry urges his friends to embody the fierceness and bravery of a tiger, urging them to rise and fight once more. It suggests that in times of war, it is necessary to abandon timidity and lethargy to meet the challenges head-on with great force and aggression.

By William Shakespeare

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