Quote by Harry M. Collins

To say that the first casualty of war is truth is to miss the rather more important point that a principal weapon of war is lies.

To say that the first casualty of war is truth is to miss th

Summary

This quote suggests that while it is commonly said that truth is the first casualty of war, it overlooks the significance of lies as a powerful weapon during conflict. It implies that deception and falsehoods are deliberately used by those engaged in war to manipulate public opinion, justify their actions, and influence the course of events. Instead of truth being unknowingly sacrificed, lies are seen as a deliberate and strategic tool employed by those involved in war to shape outcomes and perceptions.

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By Harry M. Collins

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