Quote by Douglas MacArthur

In war, you win or lose, live or die - and the difference is just an eyelash.

In war, you win or lose, live or die - and the difference is

Summary

This quote highlights the incredibly thin line between victory and defeat, life and death during times of war. It suggests that the outcome is often determined by the smallest of margins, similar to the thickness of an eyelash. It emphasizes the high stakes and unpredictable nature of warfare, where even the slightest advantage or disadvantage can have significant and potentially fatal consequences.

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War

By Douglas MacArthur

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