A risk is a chance you take; if it fails you can recover. A gamble is a chance taken; if it fails, recovery is impossible.

For me, soldiers are all equal. Those black people wore your same uniform, fought on your side, and so you will be in the same jail.

Manstein is a man of illusions. ... He believes Hitler will listen to facts.

Be an example to your men, in your duty and in private life. Never spare yourself, and let the troops see that you don't in your endurance of fatigue and privation. Always be tactful and well-mannered and teach your subordinates to do the same. Avoid excessive sharpness or harshness of voice, which usually indicates the man who has shortcomings of his own to hide.

The best form of welfare for the troops is first-rate training.

The commander must be at constant pains to keep his troops abreast of all the latest tactical experience and developments, and must insist on their practical application. He must see to it that his subordinates are trained in accordance with the latest requirements. The best form of welfare for the troops is first-class training, for this saves unnecessary casualties.

If I had to take hell, I would use the Australians to take it and the New Zealanders to hold it.