"In my dreams I hear again the crash of guns, the rattle of musketry, the strange, mournful mutter of the battlefield"
- Douglas MacArthur
About this Quote
This quote by Douglas MacArthur paints a dazzling image of the scaries of war. The imagery of guns collapsing and also musketry rattling develops a feeling of mayhem and also devastation. The "strange, grief-stricken mutter of the battleground" communicates the grief and anguish of the scenario. It is most likely that MacArthur experienced these sounds direct during his time in the armed forces, and the quote reflects his own individual memories of war. The quote also works as a reminder of the destructive consequences of battle and the relevance of peace. It is a powerful reminder of the requirement to strive for tranquility as well as to bear in mind the sacrifices of those that have fought in battles.
This quote is written / told by Douglas MacArthur between January 26, 1880 and April 5, 1964. He was a famous Soldier from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic War. The author also have 32 other quotes.
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