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Wellington quote praised as guide to learning in war
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Summary: The article discusses a frequently quoted line attributed to the Duke of Wellington, saying it is a compressed version of a broader idea about learning what you don’t know through actions. It links the principle to Wellington’s experiences at Assaye (1803), Salamanca (1812), and Waterloo, describing how he used observations to act.
WHO: The Duke of Wellington
WHAT: The article explains and contextualizes a Wellington quote about learning through action in war and life.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 1:32 PM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: The article is presenting and contextualizing Wellington’s quote as a lesson from his military experiences.
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