Generals Quote by T. R. Fehrenbach
““But the damage done to the Army command structure would be long in healing. If a new war came someday, there would be colonels and generals—who had been lieutenants and captains in Korea—who had their basic lessons still to learn.””
About This Quote
Source Book: France and the United States, 1918‑1945, 1963
War disrupts leadership continuity; rebuilding takes long.
In simple terms: War damages command; healing is slow.
Key Takeaway
Plan for leadership development.
Themes
war
leadership
institutional memory
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
historical
strategic
When to use this quote
- post‑war reconstruction
- training programs
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
organizational learning
military history
Questions to Reflect On
- How can armies preserve lessons?
- What systems aid rapid healing?
A Different Perspective
Recovery may be hindered by entrenched habits.
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