"It is not tolerable, it is not possible, that from so much death, so much sacrifice and ruin, so much heroism, a greater and better humanity shall not emerge"

This quote by Charles de Gaulle speaks to the concept that out of great tragedy and suffering, something greater and better can emerge. He is suggesting that in spite of the enormous death, sacrifice, and destroy that has happened, a new and improved mankind can come out of it. He is expressing hope that the suffering and damage will not fail, which something positive can come out of it. He is likewise implying that the death and damage can be a catalyst for change, and that it can cause a better future. This quote speaks with the idea that even in the darkest of times, there is still wish for a brighter future. It is a suggestion that even in the face of fantastic disaster, something good can come out of it.