Quote#War
As a nation we were not prepared for World War II. Yes, we won the…
Quote byHenry H. Arnold · 1886–1950
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: "Quotes on Air Power", Air Force Association.
English (original)
As a nation we were not prepared for World War II. Yes, we won the war, but at a terrific cost in lives, human suffering, and material, and at times the margin was narrow. History alone can reveal how many turning points there were, how many times we were near losing, and how our enemies’ mistakes pulled us through. In the flush of victory, some like to forget these unpalatable truths.
— Henry H. Arnold
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