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“But do you know, I shall not be sorry to die. I shall be glad, Monsieur. And why glad, you ask? Because I love France and hate the Germans who have put this war on us.” quote by Philip Gibbs
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“But do you know, I shall not be sorry to die. I shall be glad, Monsieur. And why glad, you ask? Because I love France and hate the Germans who have put this war on us.”

Philip Gibbs

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Great War, Philip Gibbs, 1915

A soldier finds purpose in love for his country and hatred of the enemy, accepting death as inevitable.

In simple terms: Love for nation outweighs fear of death.

Key Takeaway

Find meaning in values, confront mortality.

Themes

patriotism war acceptance

Mood

somber defiant

Type

literary historical

When to use this quote

  • combat
  • civil service
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

nationalism existentialism enemy perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values sustain you in hardship?
  • How does hatred affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective

Hate can blind judgment and fuel conflict.

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