Quote by George S. Patton

No bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his country.

No bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won i

Summary

This quote, attributed to General George S. Patton, suggests that individual sacrifices alone cannot ensure victory in a war. It emphasizes the strategic and tactical aspects of warfare, highlighting the importance of making the enemy suffer losses and casualties instead. In other words, rather than focusing solely on dying for a cause, it is the ability to tactically outsmart and defeat the enemy that ultimately determines the outcome of a conflict. The quote challenges the romanticized notion of sacrifice and underscores the need for strategic thinking in achieving victory.

By George S. Patton

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