But courage which goes against military expediency is stupidity, or, if it is insisted upon by a commander, irresponsibility.

Messages can't be intercepted if they aren't sent, can they?

The peril of the hour moved the British to tremendous exertions, just as always in a moment of extreme danger things can be done which had previously been thought impossible. Mortal danger is an effective antidote for fixed ideas.

War makes extremely heavy demands on the soldier's strength and nerves. For this reason, make heavy demands on your men in peacetime exercises.

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

The organization of supplies, the command of men, anything in any way constructive requires more than intellect; it requires energy and drive and an unrelenting will to serve the cause, regardless of one's personal interests.

I would rather he had given me one more division