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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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