Quote by Isabel Paterson

An army is a diversion of energy from the productive life of a nation.

An army is a diversion of energy from the productive life of

Summary

This quote implies that the presence of an army can divert resources and energy away from the productive pursuits of a nation. Instead of focusing on economic development, innovation, and improvement of people's lives, the resources are redirected towards military expenditures, training, and warfare. It suggests that the existence of an army can be seen as a drain on a nation's potential progress and highlights the trade-off between investing in military capabilities versus investing in other areas that contribute to societal advancement.

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