Quote by William Westmoreland

The military don't start wars. Politicians start wars.

The military don't start wars. Politicians start wars.

Summary

This quote suggests that the responsibility for starting wars lies with politicians rather than the military. It implies that politicians, through their decisions and actions, ultimately determine whether a country engages in armed conflicts. The military, as an instrument of the state, follows the orders and directives of politicians. Therefore, the quote highlights the role of political decision-makers in initiating and shaping the course of war.

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By William Westmoreland

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