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

He [Hitler] seemed very depressed and upset about the Stalingrad disaster. He said that one is always liable to look on the black side of things after a defeat, a tendency which can lead one into dangerous and false conclusions.

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 German soldier has impressed the world, however the Italian Bersagliere soldier has impressed the German soldier.

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

In the absence of orders, go find something and kill it.

I would rather be the hammer than the anvil