If we come to a minefield, our infantry attacks exactly as it were not there.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Infantry should attack minefields as if they were not there.
- In plain terms
- Ignore the fear of mines and attack anyway.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage means acting despite hidden dangers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What fears do you ignore?
- When do you act bravely?
Another view
This ignores the tactical value of caution in some scenarios.
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