The Daily Alaska Empire

RULES FOR OCCUPATION
Emil Ludwig, German-born American writer,
knows the German people. In the light of this he
has suggested 14 rules for the American occupation
officer in Germany. The question is-can an American
act that way? When the peace is written we'll find
out.

The rules follow:
1. You are entering Germany, not as a liberator
but as a victor. You are supposed to govern the
country, and you will not be regarded as a master
unless you are strict and aloof.
2. Never give way. Anything that is granted as
a favor will be regarded by the Germans as his
right, and he will subsequently demand twice as
much. He thinks fair play is cowardice.
3. Always speak English when dealing officially
with the Germans. They understand English, or they
will find friends who do. As soon as you speak
German, you will not be regarded as a victor.
4. Do not keep smiling. Never offer a cigarette
to a visitor whom you do not know well. Never offer
him your hand. The Germans will respect you as long
as they see in you a strong master.
5. Always wear a uniform, never civilian clothes.
A uniform is the symbol of authority to the Germans,
who, for three hundred years, have been governed by
soldiers. In hotels, restaurants and theatres, always
insist on having the best rooms and seats. Pay the
full price and spend as much money as you can. Always
give high tips.
6. Be polite to German women, but never be cordial,
as you are in your own country. Do not flirt
with them. They would think it their duty to betray
you to their countrymen.
7. Give visible preference to any German who
has been in a concentration camp or who in any way
opposed the Nazis and suffered under them. To him
you may offer a cigarette, especially in the presence
of any German of the other kind-a former Nazi or a
German who has not been in a concentration camp.
This will make an impression and will be talked about.
8. In public, give preference to workmen. You
may even talk German with them. They will be