Question

"You will know where the front is by the sound of gunfire, and that's the direction you should proceed. Now, suppose you lose a hand or an ear is shot off, or perhaps a piece of your nose, and you think you should walk back to get first aid. If I see you, it will be the last...walk you'll ever take."
-George S. Patton, Jr., 1943

Based on the quote, what conclusion can you draw about Patton's beliefs about his troops?

Answer 1

They needed to be brave even under extremely adverse conditions.
They were cowards likely to run away from battle.
They did not know how to fight or where the battle was taking place.
They were poor fighters and were very likely to be injured.

Answer 2

@rose21

Answer 3

they were cowards.. that one

Answer 4

thanks

Answer 5

The correct answer is actually A. They needed to be brave even under extremely adverse conditions.