Quote by George Washington

War - An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will.

War - An act of violence whose object is to constrain the en

Summary

This quote highlights the nature and purpose of war. It emphasizes that war is an act of violence, specifically a means to impose force on the enemy in order to achieve one's goals and impose one's will upon them. The quote portrays war as a method to compel and control opponents, highlighting its confrontational nature and the use of aggression to achieve desired outcomes.

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By George Washington

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