But courage which goes against military expediency is stupidity, or, if it is insisted upon by a commander, … - Erwin Rommel - Quotesmemo.com

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Erwin Rommel

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

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If I had to take hell, I would use the Australians to take it and the New Zealanders to hold it.

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Men are basically smart or dumb and lazy or ambitious. The dumb and ambitious ones are dangerous and I get rid of them. The dumb and lazy ones I give mundane duties. The smart ambitious ones I put on my staff. The smart and lazy ones I make my commanders.

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Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but brains saves both.

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Be an example to your men, in your duty and in private life. Never spare yourself, and let the troops see that you don'tin 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.

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A risk is a chance you take; if it fails you can recover. A gamble is a chance taken; if it fails, recovery is impossible.

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