For that 12 million man element, we had 17 four and five star generals. Today we have 2.1 million service members with 44 four star and flag officers. So It used to be a ratio of 1 general to 6,000 troops. Today it's 1 general to 1,400. More generals than admirals does not equal more success. Now, this is not a slash and burn exercise meant to punish high ranking officers. Nothing could be further from the truth. (00:45–00:53)
CLAIM
Asserts the change in the ratio of generals to troops over time.
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