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Soldiers can fight for the good

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Soldiers can fight for the good

Enter the Mystery of the Military and Soldiers
◉ Explore perspectives you didn't know or don't agree with. Welcome a tremendous insight.
◉ Reflect on your experiences and biases.
◉ Pledge for the utmost.
◉ Transform: Reimagine the role of the Soldier.

– There is a standard higher than national victory.
– Take responsibility for your actions as a soldier.
– Be sensitive to your own humanity and the humanity of your opponents.
– Accept costs to oneself. Be willing to sacrifice.
– Understand the causes of the conflict and the suffering, grievances and needs of all sides.
– Join with friend and foe, soldier and civilian.

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