Ends Quote by Ho Chi Minh
“You will kill ten of us, we will kill one of you, but in the end, you will tire of it first.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Declaration of Independence of Vietnam, 1945
A warning that mutual killing will exhaust the oppressor first, urging resistance.
In simple terms: Oppressors tire before the oppressed.
Key Takeaway
Persist in resistance.
Themes
resistance
strategy
endurance
Mood
defiant
determined
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- Guerrilla warfare
- political protests
- civil disobedience
Key Concepts
Asymmetric warfare
psychological tactics
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑violent alternatives exist?
- How does morale affect long‑term conflict?
A Different Perspective
Violence may cause collateral damage.
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