Viet Thanh NguyenAll wars are fought twice, the first time on the battlefield, the second time in memory.
About This Quote
As long as people are still alive, they will remember the horrors of war. This quote is a reminder that even after war is over, it’s never truly over. It lurks in the shadows, playing on our minds and making us wonder what might have happened if we had made different decisions.
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