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Generalissimo

Ferdinand Foch, born on October 2, 1851, and died on March 20, 1929, was a renowned French military figure, often referred to as the 'Father of the French Army'. He served in key positions within the French military and participated in several wars, known for his exceptional military skills and strategic vision.

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“One does simply what one can in order to apply what one knows .”

Knows Doe Order

Book:Precepts and Judgments

Source: Precepts and Judgments

“To be disciplined does not mean being silent, abstaining, or doing only what one thinks one may undertake without risk; it is not the art of eluding responsibility; it means acting in compliance with orders received, and therefore finding in one's own mind, by effort and reflection, the possibility to carry out such orders. It also means finding in one's own will the energy to face the risks involved in execution.”

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“The truth is, no study is possible on the battle-field; one does there simply what one can in order to apply what one knows . Therefore, in order to do even a little, one has already to know a great deal and to know it well.”

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Book:Precepts and Judgments

Source: Precepts and Judgments

About the Author

Born: October 2, 1851
Died: March 20, 1929
Known for: Generalissimo
Quotes: 35

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