When there's no clear option, it's better to do nothing.

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

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

In view of my services in Africa, I have the chance of dying by poison. Two generals have brought it with them. It is fatal in three seconds. If I take the poison, none of the usual steps will be taken against my family; that is, against you. They will also leave my staff alone.

There is one unalterable difference between a soldier and a civilian: the civilian never does more than he is paid to do.

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.

Mortal danger is an effective antidote for fixed ideas.