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What does it mean?
Roehm stresses that as a soldier he views the world militarily and that the military element is the most important part of any movement.
In plain terms
He believes military perspective is paramount.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize military considerations in movements.

Where it applies

  • political organizing
  • military planning

Putting it to work

  • emphasize armed strength

Questions to consider

  • Is a purely military view sufficient?
  • How does this affect non‑military members?

Another view

It ignores political, social, and economic factors.

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