What was Thackeray's stance on military prowess?
He was a supporter
He admired it
He desired it
He attacked it
Answer
William Makepeace Thackeray was a satirical author and social critic who attacked the Victorian values of the upper class, including military prowess. Thackeray believed that the military was a corrupt and outdated institution that was responsible for many of the ills of society. He criticized the military's glorification of violence and its emphasis on obedience and discipline.
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