Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid, one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory.
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"Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid, one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory." — Douglas MacArthur
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Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid, one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory. — Douglas MacArthur
About Douglas MacArthur
Douglas MacArthur was a Soldier from United States (1880–1964).
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This quote is attributed to Douglas MacArthur, a Soldier from United States.
When did Douglas MacArthur live?
Douglas MacArthur lived from 1880 – 1964.