One must not judge everyone in the world by his qualities as a soldier: otherwise we should have no civilization.

Don't fight a battle if you don't gain anything by winning.

It's better for one to die than for all of us to be killed in a shooting affray. Anyway, we've practically no ammunition.

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.

In a man-to-man fight, the winner is he who has one more round in his magazine.

The future battle on the ground will be preceded by battle in the air. This will determine which of the contestants has to suffer operational and tactical disadvantages and be forced throughout the battle into adoption compromise solutions.

There are always times where the place of a commander isn't back with his Major State, but onward with his troops.