Dying Quote by Georges Clemenceau
“This time it will be a long one.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the French Parliament, 1917
It warns that a prolonged conflict will demand extensive resources and endurance, implying a difficult, extended struggle ahead.
In simple terms: A long conflict will be hard and demanding.
Prepare for endurance and resource management.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military campaigns
- political negotiations
- economic planning
- public morale
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you sustain morale over a long struggle?
- What resources are critical for endurance?
Prolonged wars can cause civilian hardship and political fatigue.