“I am responsible for the lives of 8,000 men. What is my ambition...” – Mireau, Paths of Glory ... Movie Quotes Database

Mireau

I am responsible for the lives of 8,000 men. What is my ambition against that? What is my reputation in comparison to that? My men come first of all, George. And those men know it, too.

Broulard

I know that they do.

Mireau

You see, George, those men know that I would never let them down.

Broulard

That goes without saying.

Mireau

The life of one of those soldiers means more to me than all the stars and decorations and honors in France.

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