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Mark Twain quoted Napoleon as saying Tete d'armee Head of the army in order to?
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give an example of a great man's dying words.
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"Tete d'armee" is not a correct French phrase. Napoleon actually said "Tete d'armée" which translates to "Head of the army" in English. This quote highlights Napoleon's emphasis on the importance of leadership and decision-making in the military.
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