God has been pleased to save us during the years of war that have already passed. We pray that He may be pleased to save us to the end. But we must do our part.
Eamon de Valera Quotes
If there is to be any hope of prosperity for this country it is by reversing that policy which made us simply the kitchen garden for supplying the British with cheap food.
Similar Quotes
Each had defended his own country; the Germans Germany, the Frenchmen France; they had don...
- Ernst TollerThe future of our economy relies on the imagination of entrepreneurs.
- Barack ObamaThe best way to quiet a country is a good thrashing, followed by great kindness afterwards...
- Charles James NapierMy country, ’tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing: Land where my fathers d...
- Samuel Francis SmithI vow to thee, my country all earthly things above Entire and whole and perfect, the servi...
- Cecil Spring RiceComments on: "Eamon de Valera Quotes: If there is to be any hope of prosperity for this country it..."
| Birth: | 14th October, 1882 |
| Death: | 29th August, 1975 |
| Nationality: | Irish |
| Profession: | Politician, Teacher |
About
Eamon de Valera was born in New York City, United States. He was an Irish politician and teacher. He was one of the dominant political figures in twentieth century Ireland. His political career spanned over half a century, from 1917 to 1973; he served multiple terms as head of government and head of state. He also led the introduction of the Constitution of Ireland. In 1904, he graduated in mathematics from the Royal University of Ireland. In 1906, he secured a post as teacher of mathematics at Carysfort Teachers' Training College for women in Blackrock, County Dublin.
Share with your friends