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Blunders are an inescapable feature of war, because choice in military affairs lies generally between the bad and the worse.

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We are responsible for actions performed in response to circumstances for which we are not responsible.

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Do you know what a soldier is, young man? He's the chap who makes it possible for civilized folk to despise war.

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Allan Massie

Allan Massie

Born: October 19, 1938
Died: February 3, 2026 (aged 87)
Bio: Allan Johnstone Massie was a Scottish journalist, columnist and sports writer who worked for several newspapers in both England and Scotland. Massie was also the author of 40 books, including over 25 novels.
Known for:
  1. Death in Bordeaux (2010)
  2. Dark Summer in Bordeaux (2012)
  3. A question of loyalties (1989)
  4. End Games in Bordeaux (2015)

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