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whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service

for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.

[A noble presentiment, in few words, of the Chinese "happy

warrior." Such a man, says Ho Shih, "even if he had to suffer

punishment, would not regret his conduct."]

25. Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow

you into the deepest valleys; look on them as your own beloved

sons, and they will stand by you even unto death.