I know of nothing more exciting than war.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Dayan expresses a personal thrill or excitement derived from warfare.
- In plain terms
- He finds war exciting.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal passion for conflict can cloud judgment about its costs.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives a leader to seek conflict?
- How does personal emotion affect strategic choices?
Another view
Finding war exciting is dangerous for leaders responsible for lives.
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