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War's very object is victory, not prolonged indecision. In war there is no substitute for victory.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Victory in war is the ultimate goal, and prolonged indecision can lead to failure.
This quote by Douglas MacArthur emphasizes the importance of decisiveness in warfare. It asserts that the end goal of war is to achieve victory, and that lingering in uncertainty can undermine success. MacArthur suggests that hesitation will not lead to positive outcomes, and that clear and bold actions are necessary to secure triumph.
Themes
VictoryWarDecisivenessSuccessStrategy
In practice
Example use cases
In a military briefing to emphasize the need for clear objectives.
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