For the enemy is strong. He may hurl back our forces.

With Thy blessing, we shall prevail over the unholy forces of our enemy.

Powerful enemies must be out-fought and out-produced.

In some circumstances the success of the military operation may be prejudiced by our reluctance to destroy these revered objects. Then, as at Cassino, where the enemy relied on our emotional attachments to shield his defense, the lives of our men are paramount. So, where military necessity dictates, commanders may order the required action even though it involves destruction to some honored site.

The hand that held the dagger has struck it into the back of its neighbor.

Till the enemy's weakness is known, he should be kept on friendly terms.