We will do precisely what the British nation has done all through its history when it had its back against the wall - turn round and fight for the things it believes in, and that is what I shall do. (John Major)

We will do precisely what the British nation has done all through its history when it had its back against the wall - turn round and fight for the things it believes in, and that is what I shall do.

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