George Washington Quote Defines War as Act of Violence to Impose Will

A quote attributed to George Washington defines war as 'An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will,' emphasizing force over glory.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual153d ago

Quote of the day by George Washington: "War: An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will."

George Washington’s line explains war in plain terms. It is not about glory. It is about force used to make the other side accept your terms.

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George Washington Quote Defines War as Act of Violence to Impose Will

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Quote of the day by George Washington: "War: An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will."

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