Army Quote of the Day By General William Westmoreland: ‘The military don’t start wars. Politicians start wars’

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Synopsis: William C. Westmoreland remains one of the most polarizing U.S. generals of the 20th century, largely because Vietnam ended in defeat years after he left command. -This piece argues for a more nuanced read: Westmoreland’s early career was strong, with notable WWII and Korea service, before he took over MACV in 1964 and pursued […]

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Political-Military
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General William Westmoreland's quote about the military and politicians starting wars
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The report features a quote from General William Westmoreland emphasizing that wars are initiated by politicians rather than the military.

Key Facts
  • General William Westmoreland stated that the military does not start wars, but politicians do.
  • The quote reflects the relationship between military actions and political decisions.
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