Adam Smith, (1723-1790) Scottish philosopher and economist Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Adam Smith Quote “In a militia, the character of the laborer, artificer, or tradesman, predominates over that of the soldier: in a standing army, that of the soldier predominates over every other character...”Adam Smith ~ Adam Smith (1723-1790) Scottish philosopher and economist Arms , Militarism , Military , Militia Ratings and Comments Reply Mike, Norwalk 7/1/14 Very evident within the Police State. Reply Ron w13, Or 7/2/14 SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Adam Smith quote is found in these categories: Arms quotes Militarism quotes Military quotes Militia quotes About Adam Smith Bio of Adam Smith Quotations by Adam Smith Books by/about Adam Smith Adam Smith videos Adam Smith on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Adam Smith