Quote by William Tecumseh Sherman

Every attempt to make war easy and safe will result in humiliation and disaster.

Every attempt to make war easy and safe will result in humil

Summary

This quote emphasizes the futility of trying to make war a less challenging or risky endeavor. It suggests that any effort to simplify or remove the dangers associated with warfare will ultimately lead to a sense of embarrassment and catastrophe. By highlighting the inevitable consequences of attempting to sterilize an inherently violent and chaotic activity, the quote serves as a cautionary reminder that war is inherently destructive and cannot be made "easy" without severe consequences.

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War

By William Tecumseh Sherman

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