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Originally Posted by PorFin
Reminds me of a fairly famous statement attributed to the Wehrmacht General Staff, which basically said that it was counterproductive to study American military doctrine because the American army a) didn't study it themselves, and b) could almost be relied upon to do something completely different.
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Yes, I've heard that quote, and could never decide whether it was intended as a criticism of the American military, or a compliment. Unpredictability is crucial in warfare, but in government, it's not usually a good idea for a President to sneak up on his citizens and surprise them.
