“Patriotism is the intelligent appreciation that one's own welfare is inseparably connected with the general welfare and that to prosper personally one must intelligently do his utmost to maintain the general prosperity.”
Quote by Julius Sterling Morton
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Julius Sterling Morton
Julius Sterling Morton was an American political figure born on April 22, 1832, and died on April 27, 1902. He served as the governor of Nebraska and held several positions in the federal government. Morton is best known for promoting Arbor Day, a movement that continues to be celebrated in the United States and many other countries today. more
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