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We shall not fail or falter; we shall not weaken or tire. Neither the sudden shock of battle, nor the long-drawn trials of vigilance and exertion will wear us down. Give us the tools and we will finish the job.
Behind the line
What it means
Our interpretation.
Churchill answers with a promise of endurance: no failing, faltering, weakening or tiring. Neither sudden battle shocks nor long stretches of vigilance will wear the speaker's side down. The closing request is practical: provide the tools, and the job will be finished.
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