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To imitate the ostrich in political matters has never been a satisfactory method of avoiding danger; yet this is what Hitler, as well as his more important political, economic and even military advisers, chose to do over and over again.

— Heinz Guderian

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If the tanks succeed, then victory follows.

Panzerkrieg : The Rise and Fall of Hitler's Tank Divisions (2002)

Actions speak louder than words. In the days to come the Goddess of Victory will bestow her laurels only on those who prepared to act with daring.

Logistics is the ball and chain of armored warfare.

Sword Point (1988)

We have severely underestimated the Russians, the extent of the country and the treachery of the climate. This is the revenge of reality.

You hit somebody with your fist and not with your fingers spread.

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