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What does it mean?
Traditional courage cannot overcome modern technology in warfare.
In plain terms
Old weapons cannot stop new machines.
What can you take from it?
Adapt to new technology or risk failure.

Where it applies

  • military strategy
  • business disruption
  • career shifts

Putting it to work

  • modernize equipment
  • train for new tools
  • adapt tactics

Questions to consider

  • How do you adapt to rapid change?

Another view

Courage still matters even if weapons change.

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