Afternoon Quote by Geronimo
“Late one afternoon when returning from town we were met by a few women and children who told us that Mexican troops from some other town had attacked our camp, killed all the warriors of the guard, captured all our ponies, secured our arms, destroyed our supplies, and killed many of our women and children.. when all were counted, I found that my aged mother, my young wife, and my three small children were among the slain.”
About This Quote
Source Narrative: Oral History of the Apache, 1880s
War brings profound loss, turning personal tragedy into a reminder of the costs of conflict.
In simple terms: War causes deep personal loss.
Key Takeaway
Remember the human cost of war.
Themes
loss
war
family
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- historical reflection
- peace advocacy
- conflict resolution
- memorial services
Key Concepts
tragic consequences
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal loss shape your view of war?
- Can peace be achieved without sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
War may be seen as necessary by some.
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