Quote by Oliver North
I think as a rifle platoon and company commander your view is about 1,000 meters in front of you and you hope you can cover that ground and not have to back up and give it up again.
Summary
This quote represents the perspective of a rifle platoon and company commander in battle. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining forward momentum and seizing ground without having to retreat or relinquish it. The commander's viewpoint is focused on the immediate objective, approximating the range of a rifle, and the hope is to advance and hold the gained territory. It encapsulates the urgency, strategic foresight, and determination required in warfare to successfully achieve and sustain progress on the battlefield.
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Hope
By Oliver North