“All men are by nature conservative but conservatism in the military profession is a source of danger to the country. One must be ready to change his line sharply and suddenly, with no concern for the prejudices and memories of what was yesterday. To rest upon formula is a slumber that, prolonged, means death.”
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Hyman Rickover
Hyman Rickover was a prominent American naval officer, known as the 'Father of the Nuclear Submarine'. Born on January 27, 1900, and passing away on July 8, 1986, Rickover made significant contributions to the development of nuclear-powered submarines during his service in the United States Navy. His work propelled the U.S. Navy into a new era of strategic advantage during the Cold War. more
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