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“History causes the military problem to become the essence of the political problem.”

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Author:Vladimir Lenin

“The entrance of the woman with equal rights into practical modern life, her new freedom, her finding herself side by side with men in the streets, offices, professions, factories, sports, and now even in political and military life, is one of those dissolutive phenomena in which, in most cases, it is difficult to perceive anything positive. In essence, all this is simply the renunciation of the woman's right to be a woman.”

“The essence of war is violence. Moderation in war is imbecility.”

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Author:John Fisher, 1st Baron Fisher

“If asked how to cope with a great host of the enemy in orderly array and on the point of marching to the attack, I should say: "Begin by seizing something which your opponent holds dear; then he will be amenable to your will." Rapidity is the essence of war: take advantage of the enemy's unreadiness, make your way by unexpected routes, and attack unguarded spots.”

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Book:The Seven Military Classics of Ancient China

Source: The Seven Military Classics of Ancient China

“War, we have come to believe, is a spectator sport. The military and the press have turned war into a vast video arcade game. Its very essence-death-is hidden from public view.”

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Book:Losing Moses on the Freeway: The 10 Commandments in America

Source: Losing Moses on the Freeway: The 10 Commandments in America

“In the military, you learn the essence of people. You see so many examples of self-sacrifice and moral courage. In the rest of life you don't get that many opportunities to be sure of your friends.”

People Self Opportunity Moral Sacrifice Military Example Essence Self Sacrifice Moral Courage Rest Of Life

Author:Adam Driver

“The threat from Iran is, of course, their stated objective to destroy our strong ally Israel. That's a threat, a serious threat. It's a threat to world peace; it's a threat, in essence, to a strong alliance. I made it clear, I'll make it clear again, that we will use military might to protect our ally, Israel.”

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Author:George W. Bush