"We convinced him quickly that the possibility of war was absolutely nil and continued our festivity. On the next day we were ordered to take the field"
- Manfred von Richthofen
About this Quote
This quote is from Manfred von Richthofen, a German competitor pilot during World War I. The quote is referring to a time when he as well as his fellow pilots were commemorating as well as enjoying themselves. They were reviewing the opportunity of battle, yet Richthofen and also his companions were encouraged that the possibility of war was "definitely nil". They continued their celebration, yet the following day they were purchased to take the field. This reveals that in spite of their belief that battle was not an opportunity, it was still a truth and also they needed to prepare for it. This quote highlights the unpredictability of the moment and the suddenness of battle. It also reveals the guts of Richthofen as well as his fellow pilots, who were willing to take the field regardless of their belief that war was not a possibility. This quote is a tip of the changability of battle as well as the courage of those who combat it.
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