Men do not fight for flag or country, for the Marine Corps or glory or any other abstraction. They fight for one another. And if you came through this ordeal, you would age with dignity.
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William Manchester was an American historian, biographer, and novelist, born on April 1, 1922, and passed away on June 1, 2004. He is best known for his works on American history, particularly his biographies of notable figures such as Winston Churchill and John F. Kennedy, as well as his influential book "The Glory and the Dream," which chronicles the American experience in the 20th century. Manchester's engaging writing style and thorough research earned him a prominent place in American literature and history.
1922–2004·lived 82 years
Men do not fight for flag or country, for the Marine Corps or glory or any other abstraction. They fight for one another. And if you came through this ordeal, you would age with dignity.
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