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“The military mind always imagines that the next war will be on the same lines as the last. That has never been the case and never will be. One of the great factors on the next war will be aircraft obviously. The potentialities of aircraft attack on a large scale are almost incalculable.”

Quote by Ferdinand Foch

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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. more

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