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"No administration could stop the tidal wave of immigration that swept over the land; no political party could restrain or control the enterprise of our people, and no reasonable man could desire to check the march of civilization"

- Nelson A. Miles

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This quote by Nelson A. Miles speaks with the unstoppable force of migration and progress in the United States. He acknowledges that no federal government or political party could stop the increase of immigrants or the aspiration of the American people. He also suggests that no sensible individual would wish to restrain the improvement of civilization. This quote is a testimony to the power of the American people and their capability to form the future of the nation. It likewise functions as a suggestion that progress is unavoidable which no one can stand in its way. The quote is an effective tip of the strength of the American spirit and the power of the people to form the future of the nation.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Nelson A. Miles between August 8, 1839 and May 15, 1925. He/she was a famous Soldier from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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