Army Quote by Adolf Hitler
“Surrender is forbidden. Sixth Army will hold their positions to the last man and the last round and by their heroic endurance will make an unforgettable contribution toward the establishment of a defensive front and the salvation of the Western world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Hitler's Directive to the Sixth Army, 1942
A call for absolute steadfastness, urging soldiers to fight to the death for a cause deemed vital for the West.
In simple terms: Fight to the end for a cause.
Key Takeaway
Hold positions no any cost.
Themes
courage
sacrifice
military duty
Mood
defiant
solemn
Type
military
propaganda
When to use this quote
- defensive warfare
- final battles
- morale building
Key Concepts
nationalism
heroism
propaganda
Questions to Reflect On
- Is sacrifice always noble?
- When does duty become futility?
A Different Perspective
Blind obedience can lead to needless loss of life.
![“I can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware…” quote by James Mattis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/761/james-mattis-9515_army_i-can-t-imagine-that-i-would-be-asked-th_3990.jpg)
