Agreement Quote by Wilhelm Keitel
“This war no longer has anything to do with knightly conduct or with the agreements of the Geneva Convention.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nuremberg Trials, 1946
War has become detached from traditional honor and legal agreements, focusing on totalitarian objectives.
In simple terms: War no longer follows old rules.
Recognize the shift in warfare ethics.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- military planning
- international law
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this change affect soldiers' conduct?
- Can legal norms be restored?
War still involves moral choices despite legal breakdown.