"The nearest the modern general or admiral comes to a small-arms encounter of any sort is at a duck hunt in the company of corporation executives at the retreat of Continental Motors, Inc"
- C. Wright Mills
About this Quote
This quote by C. Wright Mills is a commentary on the disconnect in between the modern military and the civilian population. Mills is suggesting that the modern-day general or admiral is far gotten rid of from the realities of war and fight, and rather spends their time in more leisurely activities such as duck searching with corporate executives. This quote indicates that the modern-day military is out of touch with the truths of war, and that the armed force is more concerned with preserving relationships with business executives than with preparing for fight. This quote likewise indicates that the military is more focused on preserving its own power and impact than on safeguarding individuals it is expected to serve. Mills' quote is a criticism of the modern-day military and its disconnect from the civilian population.
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