Soong Mei-ling: Nation

Soong Mei-ling was Chiang Kai-shek's wife, First Lady of the Republic of China. Explore interesting quotes on nation.

Soong Mei-ling: 12 quotes0 likes

“One of our national characteristics is not to do things without careful deliberation. Those who are privileged to direct the aspirations of a quarter of the world’s population have a wonderful opportunity but a fearful responsibility.”

China Emergent (May 1942)

“Man's mettle is tested both in adversity and in success. Twice is this true of the soul of a nation.”

Address to the U.S. House of Representatives (February 18, 1943)

“I have reached your country, therefore, with no misgivings, but with my belief that the American people are building and carrying out a true pattern of the nation conceived by your forebears, strengthened and confirmed.”

Address to the U.S. House of Representatives (February 18, 1943)