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War Quote by Lee Child

“War isn’t about dying for your country. It’s about making the enemy die for his.” Gen. George S. Patton” quote by Lee Child — Download Open image

““War isn’t about dying for your country. It’s about making the enemy die for his.” Gen. George S. Patton””

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