8 Quotes & Sayings By Erwin Rommel

Erwin Rommel was a German field marshal during World War II. He was the most successful German general of the war, earning the respect of his peers and superior officers. He became famous as the "Desert Fox" for his skillful defensive tactics in North Africa, southern France, and later in the Western Desert. Rommel was at home among tanks, aircraft, and motorized troops Read more

He called himself the "Knight of the Desert" for his daring exploits, but he was more often called "the Desert Fox."

In a man-to-man fight, the winner is he who has...
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In a man-to-man fight, the winner is he who has one more round in his magazine. Erwin Rommel
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But courage which goes against military expediency is stupidity, or, if it is insisted upon by a commander, irresponsibility. Erwin Rommel
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It is often possible to decide the issue of a battle merely by making an unexpected shift of one's main weight. Erwin Rommel
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The organization of supplies, the command of men, anything in any way constructive requires more than intellect; it requires energy and drive and an unrelenting will to serve the cause, regardless of one's personal interests. Erwin Rommel
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Sweat saves blood. Erwin Rommel
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Anyone who has to fight, even with the most modern weapons, against an enemy in complete command of the air, fights like a savage against modern European troops, under the same handicaps and with the same chances of success. Erwin Rommel
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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. Erwin Rommel