# Quote — Ernesto Che Guevara, Guerrilla Warfare

> Striking like a tornado, destroying all, giving no quarter unless the tactical circumstances call for it, judging those who must be judged, sowing panic among the enemy combatants, he nevertheless treats defenseless prisoners benevolently and shows respect for the dead. A wounded enemy should be treated with care and respect unless his former life has made him liable to a death penalty, in which case he will be treated in accordance with his deserts.

- Author: [Ernesto Che Guevara](https://www.leafyquotes.com/ernesto-che-guevara.md)
- Book: [Guerrilla Warfare](https://www.leafyquotes.com/ernesto-che-guevara/guerrilla-warfare.md)
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