There were dead infantry all along the road, mostly killed from behind. Another case of cowardice carrying its own penalty; infantry who stood agains… - H. Beam Piper

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There were dead infantry all along the road, mostly killed from behind. Another case of cowardice carrying its own penalty; infantry who stood against cavalry had a chance, often a good one, but infantry who turned tail and ran had none. He didn’t pity them a bit.

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About H. Beam Piper

Henry Beam Piper (March 23, 1904 – c. November 6, 1964) was an American science fiction author of future history and alternate history stories.

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Birth Name: Henry Beam Piper
Alternative Names: Horace Beam Piper Herbert Beam Piper
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