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

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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