When a war breaks out, people say: It's too stupid; it can't last long. But though the war may well be too stupid, that doesn't prevent its lasting. Stupidity has a knack of getting its way; as we should see if we were not always so much wrapped up in ourselves.

Summary

This quote highlights the unfortunate reality of human behavior during times of war. It suggests that although wars may be widely recognized as irrational and foolish, they can persist regardless. The quote implies that stupidity often triumphs and prevails despite its illogical nature. It also points out that this tendency is due to our tendency to be self-absorbed and fail to acknowledge the power of folly and ignorance in shaping the course of events.

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