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The narrative explores Smedley Butler's transformation from a celebrated Marine hero, involved in numerous military campaigns, to a vocal critic of war and imperialism. After a distinguished career, he became a prominent advocate for paramilitary police reform and shifted his focus to supporting various dissident and leftist political movements. This journey highlights the complexities and contradictions inherent in American military policy during the early 20th century.