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An army is a collection of armed men obliged to obey one man. Every enactment, every change of rule which impairs this principle weakens the army, impairs its value, and defeats the very object of its existence.
William Tecumseh Sherman
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Interpretation

What this quote means

An army's effectiveness relies on its structure and obedience to a single leader.

This quote by William Tecumseh Sherman emphasizes the importance of unity and discipline within a military context. It suggests that the strength of an army comes from its organization under a single command, and any deviation from this principle can lead to a loss of effectiveness and purpose.

Themes

ArmyLeadershipObedienceUnityDiscipline

In practice

Example use cases

This quote could be used in a leadership seminar to illustrate the importance of unity in team dynamics.

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