Portrait of Garibaldi

Garibaldi

Italian unification hero

Modern influential 99 sayings

Sayings by Garibaldi

I am a Republican, but I will serve the King if he serves Italy.

1860 — Explaining his political stance
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

The greatest victory is to overcome oneself.

1870s — Philosophical reflection
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Let us make Italy, and then we will make the Italians.

1860s — Often attributed, but debated on exact wording and origin. Reflects sentiment.
General Unverifiable

I hate priests as I hate all liars.

1860s — Comment in a private letter
General Unverifiable

I have always believed in the power of the people.

1870s — Interview statement
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

Liberty is like the air we breathe; we cannot live without it.

1860s — Speech on freedom
Food & Drink Unverifiable

I am a man, and I have a heart.

1860s — Responding to accusations of being cold-hearted
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

My life has been a struggle, but I have never regretted it.

1870s — Reflecting on his life
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

The world is my country, and mankind are my brethren.

1860s — Often attributed to Thomas Paine, but Garibaldi used similar sentiments.
General Unverifiable

I am for human rights, for the rights of all men, of all peoples.

1860s — Statement on universal rights
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

The greatest joy is to do good.

1870s — Philosophical reflection
Food & Drink Unverifiable

I would rather be a peasant in a free country than a king in a slave country.

1860s — Statement on liberty
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To die for one's country is the most beautiful death.

1860 — Speech to soldiers
Food & Drink Unverifiable

My only weapon is my courage.

1860s — Interview statement
General Unverifiable

The people are sovereign, and their will must be respected.

1860 — Proclamation
General Unverifiable

I have always fought for justice and liberty.

1870s — Reflecting on his career
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

1870s — Often attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt, but similar sentiments are found in Garibaldi's writings.
General Unverifiable

I am a man of peace, but I am also a man of war.

1860s — Explaining his dual nature
Self-Deprecating Unverifiable

The cause of freedom is the cause of all mankind.

1860s — Speech on international solidarity
General Unverifiable

My life is dedicated to my country.

1860s — Letter to a supporter
Life & Aging Unverifiable
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