The General hopes and trusts that every officer and man will endeavor to live and act as becomes a Christian soldier defending the dearest rights and liberties of his country.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Officers and soldiers should act as Christian defenders of their country's rights and liberties.
- In plain terms
- Soldiers should be good Christians protecting their country.
- What can you take from it?
- Military service should reflect moral and religious values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should soldiers be religious?
- What virtues matter in war?
Another view
Linking military duty to specific religion excludes non believers.
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