Man cannot create the current of events. He can only slightly alter its course.
Unified Germany
A more humble, fatalistic view of leadership, contrasting with his reputation for bold action.
Late 19th century
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"A statesman cannot create anything, he must wait and listen until he hears the steps of God sounding through events, and then spring and seize the hem of His garment."
Controversial"The best way to unite Germany is to give them a common enemy."
Humorous"Only a fool learns from his own mistakes. The wise man learns from the mistakes of others."
Strange & Unusual"A bad plan that is well executed will yield much better results than a good plan that is poorly executed."
Strange & Unusual"The great questions of the day will not be settled by speeches and majority decisions... but by blood and iron."
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