1930s book by Smedley Butler

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April 04, 2015, 07:30:00 PM


Stumbled upon this title at Amazon. Quite surprising. I think people back then were still thinking in terms of colonialism and imperialism. I don't think most countries think that way now.
"Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more; "
- Shakespeare's Henry V, Act III, 1598

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April 04, 2015, 09:37:00 PM
IIRC, Butler came to believe his deployments were determined by the United Fruit Company which had great sway with politicians.
"Most gods throw dice, but Fate plays chess, and you don't find out until too late that he's been playing with two queens all along".  Terry Pratchett.

During filming of Airplane, Leslie Nielsen used a whoopee cushion to keep the cast off-balance. Hays said that Nielsen "played that thing like a maestro"

Tallulah Bankhead: "I'll come and make love to you at five o'clock. If I'm late, start without me."

"When all other trusts fail, turn to Flashman." — Abraham Lincoln.

"I have enjoyed very warm relations with my two husbands."
"With your eyes closed?"
"That helped."  Lauren Bacall

Master Chiefs are sneaky, dastardly, and snarky miscreants who thrive on the tears of Ensigns and belly dancers.   Admiral Gerry Bogan.

Mr. Bigglesworth

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April 04, 2015, 11:31:31 PM
I picked it up for $3 after posting. Just finished it. He makes a good case for his position. Reading through i was constantly thinking that is what Russia is doing now. The canceled tanks that were put back online by presidential order are probably a prime example.

I wonder if the leadership's investments show their future plans?
"Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more; "
- Shakespeare's Henry V, Act III, 1598
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