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.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSThe key to being a successful combat leader is to earn respect, not because of rank, but because you are a man.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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I have always prided myself that I do my own thinking. I have my own philosophy. I have my own answer to the reasons things have turned out in my life.
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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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War exposes the best and worst of those who are called to fight. I know of no man who lacked character in peace and then discovered his character in combat.
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Because 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.
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The only thing I asked for now was to be alive tomorrow morning and to survive another day. That was all that mattered.
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We salute the rank not the man.
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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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It is far easier to find quiet than to find peace. True peace must come from within oneself.
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We all experienced sleep deprivation at times – hat is the nature of stress but a physically exhausted leader routinely makes poor decisions in times of crisis.
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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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I found myself highly critical of any leader who failed to lead by example.
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Physical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
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The recurring theme which predisposes people to depression is rejection and lack of self-esteem.
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I would find a nice peaceful town and spend the rest of my life in peace.
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A leader should strive to be an individual of flawless character, technical competence, and moral courage.
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