Quote by Sebastian Junger

I think human society for tens of thousands of years has sent young men out in small groups to do things that are necessary but very dangerous. And they've always gotten killed doing it. And they've always turned it into a matter of honor and a way of gaining acceptance back into society if they survived.

I think human society for tens of thousands of years has sen

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This quote suggests that throughout history, societies have frequently relied on sending young men in small groups to perform tasks that are both necessary and perilous. It highlights the fact that such endeavors often resulted in casualties. However, the quote emphasizes that surviving participants of these dangerous missions were typically regarded as honorable and were reintegrated into society with acceptance. It implies that societies have a longstanding tradition of viewing these missions as a test of bravery and a means for individuals to prove themselves worthy of societal recognition.

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