The Sixth Army, true to their oath and conscious of the lofty importance of their mission, have held their position to the last man and the last round for Fuhrer and Fatherland unto the end.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The army held its position until death, faithful to their oath and mission for their nation.
- In plain terms
- They fought to the death, loyal to their oath and nation.
- What can you take from it?
- Loyalty and duty are portrayed as absolute.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the cost of duty?
- Is this bravery or folly?
Another view
It glorifies futile sacrifice without questioning orders.
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