The Best Col. Gudin Quotes

Gudin: [inquiring as to where Sharpe is going] And yourself?
Sharpe: We've got a bloody army to save!

Gudin: [about the British force besieging them] The door of opportunity is closing, Madame. If the rains come, they will have to abandon the campaign until the autumn.
Madhuvanthi: You sound almost eager to avoid the confrontation.
Gudin: I have never walked away from a battle, Madame. Neither have I run toward one. Like any soldier, I wish for peace, and prepare for war.

Gudin: [intercepting Sharpe and Harper as they are trying to leave] You really must decide whose side you're on, Colonel Sharpe!