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.

The battle is fought and decided by the quartermasters, long before the shooting begins.

I would rather be the hammer than the anvil

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.

Which would your men rather be, tired, or dead?

Mortal danger is an effective antidote for fixed ideas.

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.