Quote by Terry Pratchett

Sergeant Colon of the Ankh-Morpork City Guard was on duty. He was guarding the Brass Bridge, the main link between Ankh and Morpork. From theft.When it came to crime prevention, Sergeant Colon found it safest to think big.

Sergeant Colon of the Ankh-Morpork City Guard was on duty. H

Summary

In this quote, Sergeant Colon, a character from Terry Pratchett's Discworld series, is depicted as a pragmatic and cautious individual. As a city guard entrusted with overseeing the Brass Bridge, his responsibility is to prevent theft and maintain security. By adopting a "think big" mindset, Sergeant Colon approaches crime prevention by considering all potential larger-scale possibilities. This implies that by anticipating and preparing for grander events or scenarios, he can better protect against any type of criminal activity or threat.

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