To err is human; but contrition felt for the crime distinguishes the virtuous from the wicked. - Vittorio Alfieri - Quotesmemo.com

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The World War demonstrated the importance of Field Artillery. The majority of casualties were inflicted by the arm.

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Vittorio Alfieri

To err is human; but contrition felt for the crime distinguishes the virtuous from the wicked.

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Disgrace does not consist in the punishment, but in the crime.

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If ardent passions push not men on to lofty enterprise, calm wisdom never will accomplish it.

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