'In wars, the truth is the first casualty.' Aeschylus (526-456 BC).
Many have tried to take credit for this famous quote throughout history. It has been cited many times to describe how war is used to cover up political deceit and intrigue.
The words come from the Greek writer Aeschylus (526-456 BC). He fought as a soldier in many wars, his last being the Battle of Salamis in 480 BC, which ended Persian dominance in Greece.
The battle inspired him to write the play The Persians , which caused quite a stir because the play also seemed to show understanding for the Persian enemy.
