Bullet Quote by Rick Atkinson
““As a battalion commander in France, it was said, he had once pulled a pistol on a hesitant junior officer and shot him in the buttocks. “There,” Allen said. “You’re out. You’re wounded.” Such gestures would be unnecessary here.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Liberation Trilogy, 2007
A commander’s harsh discipline illustrates the brutal realities of war and the limits of authority.
In simple terms: Harsh discipline in war.
Key Takeaway
Recognize war’s brutal nature.
Themes
military
authority
discipline
Mood
serious
historical
Type
military
ethical
When to use this quote
- military training
- combat leadership
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
war ethics
command responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the moral limits of military discipline?
- How does trauma affect leadership style?
A Different Perspective
Such actions may be illegal or immoral.
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