Lives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime, and, departing, leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSBecause I was in such good shape, my fatigue level never reached the point of physical exhaustion that contributes to mental exhaustion and, ultimately, to combat fatigue.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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That’s what officers must do – break the cycle of fear. If a soldier is concentrating on his own feelings and on his own fear, and he sees you moving around, he realizes that you’re sharing the burden with him. That’s why he can then move.
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I would find a nice peaceful town and spend the rest of my life in peace.
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The paratroopers were the best soldiers at the infantry school and I wanted to be with the best.
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The men trust in you, have faith in you, and they obey, no questions asked. That’s character in a nutshell.
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If combat had taught me anything, it taught me what was essential in life and what wasn’t.
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Anticipate problems and prepare to overcome obstacles. Don’t wait until you get to the top of the ridge and then make up your mind.
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The intensity of a fire, or a heavy concentration, to be a leader, you have to be able to concentrate on that fire and move just as soon as it stops or the last round hits.
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Physical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
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We salute the rank not the man.
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Take a moment of self-reflection. Look at yourself in the mirror every night and ask yourself if you did your best.
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Very few men can remain poised under an artillery concentration.
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If you are a leader, a fellow who other fellows look to, you have to keep going.
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True satisfaction comes from getting the job done. Ribbons, medals, and accolades, then, are poor substitutes to the ability to look yourself in the mirror every night and know that you did your best.
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Suicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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