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I was no chief and never had been, but because I had been more deeply wronged than others, this honor was conferred upon
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"I was no chief and never had been, but because I had been more deeply wronged than others, this honor was conferred upon me, and I resolved to prove worthy of the trust"

- Geronimo

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Geronimo's quote speaks to the power of resilience and determination in the face of misfortune. Despite not having been a chief, Geronimo was picked to lead his individuals due to the fact that he had been mistreated more than anyone else. This honor was a heavy burden, however Geronimo was identified to prove himself worthy of the trust that had actually been put in him. He was figured out to show that he could lead his individuals through challenging times and be a source of strength and assistance. His quote is a testimony to the power of determination and the capability to increase above challenging scenarios. It is a pointer that even in the face of fantastic misfortune, we can still discover the strength to conquer and be successful.

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This quote is written / told by Geronimo between June 16, 1829 and February 17, 1909. He/she was a famous Statesman from Apache. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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