Teddy Roosevelt: “In battle the only shots that count are the shots that hit.”

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In battle the only shots that count are the shots that hit.

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Republican · New York

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This quote emphasizes the importance of accuracy in naval warfare, highlighting that only successful hits matter in battle.

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