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Originally posted by Roguish Lawyer
So who would you pick?
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LOL - NOBODY! despite me messing with DAVE, I don't think you can say one is the best. Each set of circumstances is too different. The ones that are generally very principled and truly talented lose because they have tough adversaries. The ones that win are generally more lucky than good.
I like the way Begin ran his op, minimal civilian casualties, etc. But the Brits were already broke and looking to pull out anyway.
I've said my peace on Mao. Points were made regarding Giap.
Marulanda is losing and hasn't really done much more than sustain, although that is a feat in itself.
Lenin was out of the country when it started and didn't even believe it was happening at first.
Each one has pluses and negatives. Its like asking Who is the greatest General or who is the greatest ball player. LOL.
Good discussion though!
Che is my favorite, but not the best. He's my favorite because he was a true believer and his legacy lives on, despite that he was not good militarily. He was the rock and roll revolutionary! LOL. Good T Shirts too.