Not only are we warriors armed with the arsenal of freedom, but we ultimately are armed with the arsenal of faith and have been from the beginning. Just as George Washington knelt in the snow at Valley Forge, appealing to heaven for guidance and protection. So, too, our warriors do today. You see, we talk about 1776 and 250 years, and that is rightfully fitting to do. But at the War Department, we're a bit of a 1775 department. (03:13–03:25)
CLAIM
Asserts that current military practices include seeking divine guidance, similar to George Washington's actions.
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