HELMUTH VON MOLTKE THE YOUNGER QUOTES

“No plan of operations extends with any certainty beyond the first contact with the main hostile force.”

“War is a serious business; politics is a part-time job.”

“The best-laid plans of mice and men fall apart when the first shot is fired.”

“All battles are won or lost before they are fought.”

“Strategy is the art of making use of time and space.”

“The most certain way of ensuring victory is to march confidently in the direction of the enemy.”

“In war, one should never underestimate the enemy’s ability to adapt and improvise.”

“The strength of an army lies not in its weapons but in the courage of its soldiers.”

“One man with courage is a majority.”

“A commander must know when to hold, when to fold, and when to run.”

“Good generals choose their battles wisely.”

“A wise commander knows when to fight and when to withdraw.”

“Wars are not won by machines, but by the bravery and skill of soldiers.” DEPRESSION HIT ROCK BOTTOM QUOTES

“The key to victory lies in the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.”

“A competent commander must be able to make sound decisions under pressure.”

“A general must understand the psychology of his troops as well as the tactics of warfare.”

“In warfare, there are no second chances.”

“A good commander is one who is willing to take risks, but not recklessly.”

“To defeat an enemy, you must first understand him.”

“The greatest weapon in the arsenal of a commander is his mind.”

“The art of war is the art of deception.”

“A good battle plan is like a road map: it shows the way but does not guarantee arrival.”

“The aim of war is not to destroy your enemy, but to render him powerless.”

“A commander who is loved by his troops will be respected by his enemies as well.”