Quote by C. Wright Mills

The nearest the modern general or admiral comes to a small-arms encounter of any sort is at a duck hunt in the company of corporation executives at the retreat of Continental Motors, Inc.

The nearest the modern general or admiral comes to a small-a

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This quote suggests that in modern times, high-ranking military officials rarely engage in close combat situations. Their experiences are often restricted to more peaceful and recreational activities, such as attending duck hunts with corporate executives at private gatherings. The quote implies that the nature of warfare has changed significantly, with military leaders becoming more removed from direct involvement in actual combat and focusing more on strategy and management.

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