Able Quote by Ford Madox Ford
“Damn it all, it's the first duty of a soldier - it's the first duty of all Englishmen - to be able to tell a good lie in answer to a charge.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Good Soldier, 1915
A soldier’s primary duty, like that of Englishmen, is to lie convincingly when accused.
In simple terms: Soldiers must master deception when charged.
Key Takeaway
Learn to craft believable defenses.
Themes
duty
honor
deception
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- courtroom defense
- military interrogation
- political propaganda
- personal reputation
Key Concepts
military ethics
social expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is deception justified?
- What are the costs of habitual lying?
A Different Perspective
Lying can erode trust and moral integrity.
