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.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSFind your personal peace and solitude in a turbulent world.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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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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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 paratroopers were the best soldiers at the infantry school and I wanted to be with the best.
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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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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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One day my grandson said to me, grandpa were you a hero in the war? And i said to him no I’m not a hero, but I have served in a company full of them.
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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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A man can get something from war that is impossible to acquire any place else.
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Find your personal peace and solitude in a turbulent world.
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Develop your team. If you know your people, are fair in setting realistic goals and expectations, and lead by example, you will develop teamwork.
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A leader should strive to be an individual of flawless character, technical competence, and moral courage.
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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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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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I would find a nice peaceful town and spend the rest of my life in peace.
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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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