"Statistics have shown that mortality increases perceptibly in the military during wartime"
- Alphonse Allais
About this Quote
This quote by Alphonse Allais is referring to the truth that throughout times of war, the death rate of those in the military increases substantially. This indicates that more individuals in the military are passing away than in times of peace. This could be due to a range of elements, such as increased combat, more hazardous missions, and a greater danger of injury or death. It might likewise be due to the truth that during times of war, the armed force is typically extended thin, leading to a lack of resources and personnel to sufficiently protect and care for those in the military. This quote is a pointer of the harsh truths of war and the sacrifices that those in the military make in order to secure their country.
This quote is written / told by Alphonse Allais between October 20, 1854 and October 28, 1905. He/she was a famous Writer from France.
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