Any time the Western way of war can be unleashed on an enemy stupid enough to enter its arena, victory is assured.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that whenever the Western countries use their powerful military methods against an enemy who is foolish enough to fight them on the Western countries' terms, the Western countries will always win. The author believes the Western way of warfare is so effective that as long as the enemy tries to fight the Western countries on their own ground, the Western countries will be certain to defeat the enemy.
About Victor Davis Hanson
Victor Davis Hanson is an American scholar who has made a name for himself as a military historian, classicist, and conservative political commentator. He has been a prominent voice in media outlets, sharing his expertise on ancient and modern warfare, as well as contemporary politics. Hanson has held prestigious academic positions and has been recognized with prestigious awards for his contributions to the field of humanities.
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