“If you have never been deprived of liberty in solitude, you cannot know what ineffable joy you experience in the open company of other human beings, free to talk and joke without fear. The strength you acquire in fraternity with others who share your fate is immeasurable.”
Quote by John McCain
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This book is a deeply personal narrative that intertwines the author's own experiences with the broader story of his family, particularly his father's service in the Marine Corps. The memoir delves into the author's journey from childhood to adulthood, reflecting on the impact of his father's military career and the values instilled in him. It offers a glimpse into the life of a military family and the challenges faced by those who serve. more
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“If war is the continuation of politics, then a soldier is its continuer.”
“War used to have an evolutionary advantage – because every population has sadists.”
“some men end up on coins and bills after a war, but that doesn't make them saints.”
“War meant no one could choose the life they wanted for themselves.”
“The unequivocal truths of human existence lies in the behavioral patterns entrenched in history.”
“من قال لك أن درب الجنة معبد بالورود؟”
“Let me remember you, soon will the winter be on us, Snow-hushed and heartless.”
