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George Washington on War

1732–1799 United States

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To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.

Nothing can be more hurtful to the service, than the neglect of discipline; for that discipline, more than numbers, gives one army the superiority over another.

To be prepared for war is onto the most effectual means of preserving peace.

A great and lasting war can never be supported on this principle [patriotism] alone. It must be aided by a prospect of interest, or some reward.

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