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“I'd get a shell, they weighed about 80 pounds I think, but when I was 19 or 20 that was nothing. I'd take a shell and a bag of powder, I'd put it in the hoist and then I would send it up to the gun.” quote by Barney Ross
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“I'd get a shell, they weighed about 80 pounds I think, but when I was 19 or 20 that was nothing. I'd take a shell and a bag of powder, I'd put it in the hoist and then I would send it up to the gun.”

Barney Ross

About This Quote

Physical strength and equipment become trivial when youthful vigor and determination are present.

In simple terms: Youth makes heavy loads feel light.

Key Takeaway

Leverage youthful energy.

Themes

strength youth determination

Mood

reflective energetic

Type

military personal

When to use this quote

  • training
  • adventure
  • career challenges

Key Concepts

military life personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did you overcome a “heavy” challenge?
  • What does this say about youthful confidence?
A Different Perspective

Physical limits eventually catch up with age.

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