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R. Lee Ermey

The biggest problem was the politicians knew nothing about fighting a war.

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The main issue was that the people making decisions about the war lacked practical experience or understanding of military tactics. This gap in knowledge led to poor strategies and ineffective leadership during the conflict.

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