Wisdom Quote by George Combe
“They are few in the midst of an overwhelming mass of brute force, and their submission is wisdom; but for a nation like England to submit to be robbed by any invader who chooses to visit her shores seemed to me to be nonsense.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary debate, United Kingdom, 19th century
He argues that England should not surrender to any invader, viewing such submission as irrational despite the strength of the opposing force.
In simple terms: England must resist invaders.
Key Takeaway
Defend sovereignty.
Themes
nationalism
defense
pride
Mood
defiant
serious
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- military invasion
- political negotiations
- national policy
Key Concepts
political strategy
sovereignty
warfare
Questions to Reflect On
- Is surrender ever justified?
- What are the risks of refusing to negotiate?
A Different Perspective
Resistance may be costly and provoke conflict.
