We view ourselves on the eve of battle. We are nerved for the conquest and must conquer or perish. It is vain to look for present aid: None is at hand. We must now act or abandon all hope!
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Texas will again lift it's head and stand among the nations. It ought to do so, for no country upon the globe can compare with it in natural advantages.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Texas has unique natural advantages that set it apart from other places in the world.
In this quote, Sam Houston expresses his belief in the exceptional qualities of Texas, suggesting that it has the potential to rise and stand out among nations due to its rich natural resources and beauty. This statement reflects a sense of pride and a vision of greatness, encouraging the people of Texas to recognize and leverage their unique advantages.
Themes
TexasNatural AdvantagesPrideNationsExceptionalism
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about state pride at a local gathering, one could use this quote to inspire citizens to contribute to their community.
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I have ever been opposed to banks, - opposed to internal improvements by the general government, - opposed to distribution of public lands among the states, - opposed to taking the power from the hands of the people, - opposed to special monopolies, - opposed to a protective tariff, - opposed to a latitudinal construction of the constitution, - opposed to slavery agitation and disunion. This is my democracy. Point to a single act of my public career not in keeping with these principles.
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I declare that civil war is inevitable and is near at hand. When it comes the descendants of the heroes of Lexington and Bunker Hill will be found equal in patriotism, courage and heroic endurance with the descendants of the heroes of Cowpens and Yorktown. For this reason I predict the civil war which is now at hand will be stubborn and of long duration.
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There would be no difficulty in securing the rights of the people and the liberties of Texas if men would march to their duty and not fly like recreants from danger. Texas must be defended and liberty maintained.
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