In 1991, after fifty years of brutal occupation, the three Baltic countries regained their independence, peacefully and with dignity. They chose hope over hate and showed the world that even through the darkest night, there is light. These three tiny nations have taught us that love is the most powerful army. Whether love of a friend, love of country, love of God, or even love of enemy- love reveals to us the truly miraculous nature of the human spirit. . Ruta Sepetys
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During the times of the first World War, two things that were very popular were loyalty and sacrifice. Many countries were occupied by another nation during this time, so the people of the occupying country stayed firm in their beliefs. Many men gave their lives for their country by doing things that are considered unthinkable today. They would take up arms against their own country, knowing that they could die for what they believed in. George Bernard Shaw put it best when he said, “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” When asked to give up their lives for their beliefs, many people did just that.

Source: Between Shades Of Gray

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