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“What will follow will not be a repeat of any other conflict. It will be of a force and scope and scale that has been beyond what has been seen before.”

Quote by Donald Rumsfeld

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Donald Rumsfeld

Donald Rumsfeld is a prominent American politician who served as the United States Secretary of Defense twice. Born on July 9, 1932, Rumsfeld has extensive experience in political and military affairs, leading key national security and defense policies. more

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