Quote by Mark Twain

I could have become a soldier if I had waited; I knew more about retreating than the man who invented retreating.

I could have become a soldier if I had waited; I knew more a

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has extensive knowledge and experience in escaping or withdrawing from difficult situations. The use of sarcasm emphasizes their expertise, implying that they have a better understanding of retreating than even the one who supposedly invented it. The speaker reflects on the possibility of joining the military but highlights their advanced skills in retreating, implying that becoming a soldier would have been unnecessary because of their prowess in avoiding or evading conflict.

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By Mark Twain

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