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We shall defend our freedom and independence to the last drop of our blood.
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The speaker makes a firm collective promise to protect freedom and independence without giving up. “To the last drop of our blood” is a vivid way of saying they will continue the struggle until they can no longer do so, even at the greatest personal cost.
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