Fortnight Quote by Eamon de Valera
“Since this war began our sympathy has gone out to all the suffering people who have been dragged into it. Further hundreds of millions have become involved since I spoke at Limerick fortnight ago.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑World War II Address, Ireland, 1945
He expresses sympathy for all victims of war, noting the massive scale of suffering since the conflict began.
In simple terms: He feels compassion for war victims worldwide.
Key Takeaway
Support humanitarian aid.
Themes
war
compassion
global responsibility
Mood
somber
empathetic
Type
political
humanitarian
When to use this quote
- refugee assistance
- peace advocacy
- policy making
Key Concepts
human suffering
political rhetoric
post‑war reconstruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do nations have to distant suffering?
- How can empathy translate into action?
A Different Perspective
His view may overlook political complexities.
