Napoleon I of France - Courage Quotes

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That dependable courage, which in spite of the most sudden circumstances, nevertheless allows freedom of mind, of judgment and of decision, is exceedingly rare.

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Two o'clock in the morning courage: I mean unprepared courage.

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As to moral courage, I have very rarely met with two o'clock in the morning courage: I mean instantaneous courage.

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Courage cannot be counterfeited. It is one virtue that escapes hypocrisy.

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There may be as much courage displayed in enduring with resignation the sufferings of the soul, as in remaining firm under the showers of shot from a battery.

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Courage is like love; it must have hope for nourishment.

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It [the Channel] is a mere ditch, and will be crossed as soon as someone has the courage to attempt it.

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