We must acquire proficiency in defense and display stamina in purpose. We must be willing, individually and as a Nation, to accept whatever sacrifices may be required of us.

The Turkish Nation consists of the valiant descendants of a people that has lived independently and has considered independence the sole condition of existence.

We must be ready to dare all for our country. For history does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid.

I am mortal. I want the nation to get used to freedom before I die.

You, the sons and daughters, the future of Turkiye, even under such circumstances and conditions, your duty is to save the Turkish independence and the Republic, you will find the power you need in the noble blood in your veins.

A nation which makes the final sacrifice for life and freedom does not get beaten.