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While there are many causes for which a state goes to war, its fundamental object can be epitomized as that of ensuring the continuance of its policy -- in face of the determination of the opposing state to pursue a contrary policy. In the human will lies the source and mainspring of conflict.

- Sir Basil H. Liddel-Hart

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Military Word Of The Day
COP
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Combat outpost


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Today in Military History

June 7



1855:

Bombardier T. Wilkinson, Royal Marine Artillery, awarded the Victoria Cross, Sebastopol


1872:

Governor General's Foot Guards: Civitas et Princeps Cura Nostra (Our country and ruler are our concern)


1917:

MESSINES, 1917, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 14 June 17): 19 mines exploded, 9 miles of front stormed, 6400 prisoners taken


1944:

Capture of Port-en- Bessin, (47 Royal Marine Commando)




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