Those who follow orders to commit such crimes will be found… - Donald Rumsfeld

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Those who follow orders to commit such crimes will be found and they will be punished. War crimes will be prosecuted. And it will be no excuse to say, 'I was just following orders.' Any official involved in such crimes will forfeit hope of amnesty or leniency with respect to past action.

Donald Rumsfeld

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Donald Rumsfeld (9 July 1932 – 29 June 2021) was the 21st United States Secretary of Defense, serving from 2001 to 2006, succeeded by Robert Gates. He also served as the 13th Defense Secretary in 1975–1977 under President Ford, and in other roles under various presidents.

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Also Known As: Rummy

Alternative Names: Donald Henry Rumsfeld • Donald H. Rumsfeld • Donald H Rumsfeld

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