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Its always the generals with the bloodiest records who are the first to shout what a hell it is. And its always the war
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"It's always the generals with the bloodiest records who are the first to shout what a hell it is. And it's always the war widows who lead the Memorial Day parades"

- Paddy Chayefsky

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This quote by Paddy Chayefsky highlights the irony and hypocrisy of war. The "generals with the bloodiest records" are the ones who frequently glorify and promote war, yet they are the ones who have caused the most damage and suffering. On the other hand, it is the war widows, who have lost their enjoyed ones to war, who are left to grieve and honor their sacrifice. This quote suggests that those who have actually experienced the real scaries of war are the ones who understand its true cost and are the ones who must be listened to. It also functions as a tip that war is not something to be celebrated, but rather a catastrophe that should be kept in mind and grieved.
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Paddy Chayefsky This quote is written / told by Paddy Chayefsky between January 23, 1923 and August 1, 1981. He was a famous Playwright from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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