“Armed forces abroad are of little value unless there is prudent counsel at home.“ Cicero, Roman Statesman
War, Ignorance & Fear…
“Nobody is driven in to war by ignorance, and no one who thinks he will gain anything from it is deterred by fear.“ Hermocrates of Syracuse
Mutuality is…
“When there is mutual fear, men think twice before they make aggression upon one another.“ Hermocrates of Syracuse
British Army RSM Salutes Royal Marines Sergeant-Major
In what year was the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Coldstream Guards required to salute the Sergeant-Major of the Royal Marines Battalion (formed for London Duties)?
Adversity vs Fortune…
“Adversity reveals the genius of a general; good fortune conceals it.“ Horace (Quintus Horatius Flaccus): a famous lyric poet from ancient Rome.
Victory…
“A good general not only sees the way to victory, he also knows when victory is impossible.“ Polybius: a famous historian from ancient Greece, who was known for his written works on the history of Rome, and his views on government and separation of power.
Fortune & Accidents…
“In war we must always leave room for strokes of fortune, and accidents that cannot be foreseen.“ Polybius: a famous historian from ancient Greece, who was known for his written works on the history of Rome, and his views on government and separation of power.
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