“Let us retreat when we can, not when we must. Lord Chatham”
Quote by Barbara W. Tuchman
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The March of Folly: From Troy to Vietnam
This book delves into a series of historical events, from the fall of Troy to the Vietnam War, to illustrate the consequences of folly in leadership. It examines the roots of these mistakes and their impact on societies and nations. more
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