Paul Ludwig Ewald von Kleist quotes

Paul Ludwig Ewald von Kleist was a German general and field marshal during World War II. He played a significant role in several major military campaigns, including the invasions of France and the Soviet Union. He was later captured by the Allies and died in Soviet captivity. Here are 4 of his quotes:

Ewald von Kleist was an officer and a gentleman in an era when such characteristics were liabilities.

Paul Ludwig Ewald von Kleist

It is interesting but it was tragic. If you receive a military order you must obey. That is where the big difference between a military and a political order comes in. One can sabotage a political order but to disobey a military command is treason.

Paul Ludwig Ewald von Kleist

Recently I was discharged from the German army while in this prison and was informed that I am on the so-called war criminal list number seven. I haven't the faintest idea of what war crime I could have committed. The main thing is that I have a clear conscience.

Paul Ludwig Ewald von Kleist