“Look around this land of ours! Witness what a lack of self-determination has done to Ireland. I too made a promise to make a small difference in support of my downtrodden countrymen. By will and by fate I will honor it.” “We know there is union in our aims. I also know if the likes of our endeavor were approached in a manner of chance, such folly would surely be our downfall. It appears by day we will earn our wages; on evenings and weekends we will plan, perfect and put into action. I see that as the only way any fruits will spring from our labors.” Duncan raised his mug with a full grin. “Now you’re talking with the fire which makes men of boys! These are years to take up the call while making our knowledge work for many. We have to let people know that hope is not a privileged matter

