In time of peril, like the needle to the loadstone, obedience, irrespective of rank, generally flies to him who is best fitted to command. (Herman Melville)

In time of peril, like the needle to the loadstone, obedience, irrespective of rank, generally flies to him who is best fitted to command.

Herman Melville

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