“The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his”
— George S. Patton
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Simplified Meaning:
When people go to war, the main goal should not be to sacrifice their own lives for their country, but to ensure that the enemy is defeated. Imagine two chess players: one wins not by sacrificing all their pieces, but by outsmarting and taking the opponent's pieces. Similarly, in a war, it's better to be strategic and find ways to survive while causing the enemy to lose. For instance, during World War II, generals made plans to protect their soldiers as much as possible while still aiming to win battles. If someone is in any tough situation, they should think about winning in a way that minimizes their own losses and hardships. The idea is to succeed by being clever and careful, rather than just being willing to accept harm.
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