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When tillage begins, other arts follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of human civilization
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"When tillage begins, other arts follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of human civilization"

- Daniel Webster

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This quote by Daniel Webster talks to the significance of farming and agriculture in the development of human civilization. Webster recommends that when the practice of farming begins, other arts and crafts follow. This indicates that the farmers are the ones who lay the structure for human civilization. Farming is vital for offering food and resources, and it is the basis for many other industries. Without the farmers, there would be no other way to sustain a population and no way to advance. Therefore, Webster is emphasizing the value of farmers in the development of human civilization. They are the ones who have enabled us to advance and flourish.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Daniel Webster between January 18, 1782 and October 24, 1852. He/she was a famous Statesman from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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