Quote by Robert Capa

For a war correspondent to miss an invasion is like refusing a date with Lana Turner.

For a war correspondent to miss an invasion is like refusing

Summary

This quote suggests that missing an invasion as a war correspondent is a great missed opportunity, akin to turning down a date with a highly attractive and famous individual like Lana Turner. It implies that being present during a major military event is an essential and thrilling aspect of a war correspondent's work, and to overlook or not participate in such an event is a significant loss. The quote humorously conveys the idea that missing a chance to witness history being made is a regrettable mistake.

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War

By Robert Capa

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