Quote by Rebecca West

Before a war military science seems a real science, like astronomy but after a war it seems more like astrology.

Before a war military science seems a real science, like ast

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This quote implies a stark contrast between the perception of military science before and after a war. Prior to a war, military science is regarded with high esteem, equated to the credibility and precision of astronomy. However, when confronted with the brutal realities and uncertainties of warfare, military strategies and tactics may appear unpredictable and unreliable - like astrology. The quote suggests that the practical application of military science is vastly different from its theoretical foundation when tested in the crucible of war.

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