Quote by Douglas MacArthur

I've looked that old scoundrel death in the eye many times but this time I think he has me on the ropes.

I've looked that old scoundrel death in the eye many times b

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's reflection on their encounters with death in the past, acknowledging their resilience. However, this time, they feel particularly vulnerable and that death has the upper hand. It encapsulates the speaker's belief that they are facing a significant and potentially imminent threat to their existence.

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By Douglas MacArthur

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