Quote by Thor Heyerdahl
I was in uniform for four years, and I know that heroism doesnt oc

I was in uniform for four years, and I know that heroism doesnt occur from taking orders, but rather from people who through their own willpower and strength are willing to sacrifice their lives for an idea. – Thor Heyerdahl

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Civilization grew in the beginning from the minute that we had communication – particularly communication by sea that enabled people to get inspiration and ideas from each other and to exchange basic raw materials. – Thor Heyerdahl

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communication
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Those who have experienced the most, have suffered so much that they have ceased to hate. Hate is more for those with a slightly guilty conscience, and who by chewing on old hate in times of peace wish to demonstrate how great they were during the war. – Thor Heyerdahl

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Peace
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It is also rarer to find happiness in a man surrounded by the miracles of technology than among people living in the desert of the jungle and who by the standards set by our society would be considered destitute and out of touch. – Thor Heyerdahl

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Cunning surpasses strength. – Proverb

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strength

I gambled on having the strength to live two lives, one for myself and one for the world. – Ruth Benedict

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strength

The men in the steel industry who sacrificed their all were nor merely aiding their fellows at home but were adding strength to the cause of their comrades in all industry. – John L. Lewis

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strength

Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity. – Louis Pasteur

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strength

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