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“THus was this expedition finished, when it had lasted three years and nine months, after having, by its event, strongly evinced this important truth; That though prudence, intrepidity and persevereance united are not exempted from the blows of adverse fortune, in a long series of tansactions they…” quote by Admiral George Anson
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““THus was this expedition finished, when it had lasted three years and nine months, after having, by its event, strongly evinced this important truth; That though prudence, intrepidity and persevereance united are not exempted from the blows of adverse fortune, in a long series of tansactions they usually rise superior to its power, and in the end rarely fail of proving successful. from 'Voyage Around the World', 1781””

Admiral George Anson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Courage, prudence, and perseverance together overcome adversity, though not immune to misfortune.

In simple terms: Courage, prudence, perseverance beat odds.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate balanced virtues.

Themes

adventure leadership resilience strategy

Mood

historical inspirational

Type

leadership philosophical

When to use this quote

  • exploration
  • military campaigns
  • business ventures

Key Concepts

risk management team cohesion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance risk and boldness?
  • What virtues guide you in crises?
A Different Perspective

Success still faces unexpected setbacks.

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