18th Century military quotes, what can you find?!

[Elmar Bijlsma]

With so many quotes full of bravado and glory, I feel the following quote is appropriate. It is a WW I contribution from the British soldiers operating the Wipers Times that gives a more accurate and down to earth view on military matters.

To Subaltern: Yes, every junior officer may carry a Field Marshal's baton in his knapsack,
but we think you'll discard that to make room for an extra pair of socks before very long.