George WashingtonExperience teaches us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession.
About This Quote
This quote, from the soldier-statesman General James Wolfe, is an illustration of the fact that the best way to prevent a threat from gaining a foothold is to stop it before it can begin. It seems an obvious and simple solution, but it’s one we often forget.
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