An Army is a collection of armed men obliged to obey one man. Every change in the rules which impairs the principle weakens the army.
William Tecumseh ShermanRead
We can make war so terrible and make them so sick of war that generations pass away before they again appeal to it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that the harsh realities of war are so severe that they can deter future generations from engaging in conflict.
William Tecumseh Sherman highlights the horrific nature of war, proposing that if we make its consequences clear and terrible, people may become so disheartened by the experience that they would avoid war for generations. It serves as a reflection on the impact of war and the hope that society can learn and evolve away from it.
Themes
WarPeaceHistoryGenerationsConflict
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of peace in modern society.
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