“The history of failure in war can almost be summed up in two words: too late”
— Douglas MacArthur
Simplified Meaning:
When people or countries lose in war, it's often because they didn't act quickly enough. Imagine you're in a burning building and you wait too long to leave; by the time you decide to act, the situation might be too dangerous to escape. In war, if leaders or armies delay making important moves, like sending reinforcements or preparing for an attack, it can lead to losing battles or even the whole war. A real-life example is when countries took too long to stop aggressive nations during World War II, which made the war much harder and longer. The lesson here is that timing is crucial, both in big conflicts and in our everyday decisions. If you see a problem or opportunity, don't wait too long to act, because being prompt can make all the difference.
