Man cannot create the current of events. He can only slightly alter its course.
Unified Germany
A more humble, fatalistic view of leadership, contrasting with his reputation for bold action.
Late 19th century
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"It is not by means of speeches and majority resolutions that the great issues of the day will be decided, but by iron and blood."
Humorous"A statesman cannot create anything, he must wait and listen until he hears the steps of God sounding through events, and then spring and seize the hem of His garment."
Controversial"A generation that has taken a great war to its heart will always carry it within them."
Humorous"It is not by speeches and resolutions that the great problems of the day are decided, but by blood and iron."
Strange & Unusual"Life is like being at the dentist. You always think that the worst is yet to come, and yet it is over already."
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