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Anna Akhmatova

Courage: Great Russian word, fit for the songs of our children's children, pure on their tongues, and free.

Courage

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The word for courage in Russian carries a deep, lasting significance that will be remembered and spoken by many future generations. It suggests a sense of innocence and liberty that will remain untainted as it is passed down through time.

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