The quotation collection attributes two characteristically compressed lines to John Fisher. His claim that the best experimental scale is twelve inches to the foot expresses a preference for testing ideas at full size. The instruction never to contradict, explain, or apologize presents a very different but equally forceful rule for public argument. Taken together, the sayings connect a philosophy of naval experimentation with the combative communication style attached to Fisher's reputation.
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John Fisher on full-scale trials and public argument
Two short Fisher sayings pair a preference for full-scale experiment with an uncompromising rule for public controversy.