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Charles De Gaulle Quotes

French General Charles De Gaulle Paves the Path for France

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As a statesman and president of the Fifth French Republic, Charles de Gaulle made many brave and difficult decisions. He was instrumental in ending the political chaos and conflicts that preceded his term. When you read General De Gaulle's words, you can mark the characteristics of a military man; crisp and unwavering. These are the qualities that make his words memorable.

Character
A man of character finds a special attractiveness in difficulty, since it is only by coming to grips with difficulty that he can realize his potentialities.

Action
Deliberation is the work of many men. Action, of one alone.

Destiny
For glory gives herself only to those who have always dreamed of her.

Ambition
Nothing great will ever be achieved without great mean, and men are great only if they are determined to be so.

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