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So the whole of war, when you look at it is probably run by professional soldiers, and the rest of them are just recruit
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"So the whole of war, when you look at it is probably run by professional soldiers, and the rest of them are just recruits, or people who are just forced to join the army"

- Gerald Scarfe

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This quote by Gerald Scarfe suggests that most of those associated with war are expert soldiers, while the rest are either conscripts or those who have actually been forced to sign up with the army. This suggests that the majority of those combating in wars are not necessarily there by choice, but rather since they have been coerced into it. This highlights the disaster of war, as those who are most impacted by it are frequently those who have no choice in the matter. It also recommends that the expert soldiers are the ones who are in control of the war, as they are the ones who are most skilled and educated in the field. This quote serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of war, and the powerlessness of those who are forced to combat in it.

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Gerald Scarfe This quote is written / told by Gerald Scarfe somewhere between June 1, 1936 and today. He was a famous Artist from United Kingdom. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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