Quote by Rupert Everett

The whole point of being in the Army is wanting to get killed, wanting to test yourself to the limits. Now you have to fly 15,000ft above the war zone to avoid getting hit. I don't think there is any point in having wars if that's how you're going to behave. It's pathetic. All this whining!

The whole point of being in the Army is wanting to get kille

Summary

This quote criticizes how modern warfare has changed the nature of being in the military. The speaker argues that the true essence of being in the Army lies in willingly facing danger and pushing oneself to the limits. However, advancements in technology, such as flying above the war zone, have shifted the focus towards minimizing risk and self-preservation. The speaker finds this approach to be pointless, suggesting that if war is conducted with such caution and avoidance of danger, it loses its purpose, calling it "pathetic" and highlighting the perceived "whining" of those involved.

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By Rupert Everett

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