Gen. Porfirio Diaz Quotes in Juarez (1939)

Emperor Maximilian von Hapsburg: [to Diaz in his prison cell] I want to talk to you.

Gen. Porfirio Diaz: What have we got to talk about?

Emperor Maximilian von Hapsburg: Much, I think. I deeply regret that this neeting had to take place in a prison cell.

Gen. Porfirio Diaz: Where else could it take place but in a prison cell or on the battlefield?

Emperor Maximilian von Hapsburg: Then from all accounts, sir it is well that we meet here. If my generals are to be believed, you are the best soldier in Mexico.