Generals Quote by H. W. Brands

“If you put on the military uniform, you're a prima facie hero. Generals are the epitome of that. They're the ones who have been most successful at the soldier's trade.” quote by H. W. Brands — Download Open image

“If you put on the military uniform, you're a prima facie hero. Generals are the epitome of that. They're the ones who have been most successful at the soldier's trade.”

H. W. Brands

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