Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Admiral. That part of a warship which does the talking while the figurehead does the thinking.

Admiral. That part of a warship which does the talking while

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that the role of the admiral on a warship is primarily focused on giving orders and executing strategies, while the figurehead merely serves as a symbolic representation. It implies that the real decision-making and intellectual work is done by the admiral, while the figurehead is more of a prominent, but ultimately passive, presence. The quote draws attention to the disparity between appearance and reality, hinting at the idea that true leadership lies in the actions rather than the mere facade.

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Military

By Ambrose Bierce

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