I think that would have been General Eisenhower, back in the 50's. He seemed to have a much better handle on things, and a much better grasp of what his job was, than does the current non-politician inhabiting the Oval Office.
The modern Centurion in the light of how he observed things of war and the destruction related ... lo' ... father they know not!
Furthermore they will not look, listen, or speak of their enigma ... thus the three numb-Ayes! A forth is popping out ... complete the 4 horsemen theme ... a conspiracy?