It is only with prudence, sagacity, and much dexterity that great aims are accomplished, and all obstacles surmounted. Otherwise nothing is accomplished.
Napoleon BonaparteAbout author
- Author's profession: Leader, Politician
- Nationality: french
- Born: August 15, 1769
- Died: May 5, 1821
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