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[Comerus Gallus]

The same arrogance and feeling of invincibility is just as prevalent throughout history, especially among the upper classes, i.e. the officer classes. Look at depictions and photographs of American Civil War officers, and the real dandy can be seen.

I agree. Image is VERY important.

Custer WAS as big an arrogant fop as ever existed. Sherman however, he WAS invincible, a true 'magnificent bastard' as Patton would have said.

Come to think of it, Patton and MacArthur are also great military primadonnas. Bu that doesn't mean they weren't incredible generals. These guys WERE American Caesars and their 'schtick' or 'act' was very important to their ability to lead.

Great post.

Travis