Account Quote by Paul von Hindenburg
“In the account book of the Great War the page recording the Russian losses has been ripped out. The figures are unknown. Five millions, or eight? We ourselves know not.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Memoirs of Paul von Hindenburg, 1920s
The true scale of Russian casualties in WWI is concealed, leaving only speculation about millions lost.
In simple terms: Russian WWI losses are unknown and possibly huge.
Accept uncertainty and seek reliable data.
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When to use this quote
- historical research
- policy analysis
- education
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does hidden data affect our understanding of history?
- What sources can verify such figures?
Official records may be incomplete or deliberately altered.