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But we have been to the Pole and we shall die like gentlemen. I regret only for the women we leave behind
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"But we have been to the Pole and we shall die like gentlemen. I regret only for the women we leave behind"

- Robert Falcon Scott

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This quote by Robert Falcon Scott is a testament to the nerve and determination of the guys who set out to check out the Antarctic. It talks to the inner voice and honour that these guys felt towards their objective and their country. It also talks to the sense of loss and remorse that they felt for the ladies they were leaving. The quote is a reminder of the sacrifices that were made in the pursuit of knowledge and expedition. It is a pointer of the guts and strength of the men who set out to explore the unidentified and the threats they wanted to take. It is a reminder of the value of honour and responsibility and the value of looking out for those we leave behind. It is a reminder of the courage and strength of the human spirit and the power of determination.
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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Falcon Scott between June 6, 1868 and March 29, 1912. He/she was a famous Explorer from United Kingdom. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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