Virginia WoolfThis idea struck me: the army is the body : I am the brain. Thinking is my fighting. (15 May 1940)
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This idea struck me: the army is the body : I am the brain. Thinking is my fighting. (15 May 1940) was a statement made by General George S. Patton in his final address to the Third Army.
He was about to be relieved of command due to his outspoken criticism of incompetent leadership. The quote may be considered an ironic one because Patton was known for being brash and theatrical in his speeches, but he also had a talent for promoting himself and his ideas.
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