War is romantic only to those who are far away from the sounds and turmoil of battle.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSPhysical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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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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A man can get something from war that is impossible to acquire any place else.
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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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Lives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime, and, departing, leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time.
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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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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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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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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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The recurring theme which predisposes people to depression is rejection and lack of self-esteem.
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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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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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The paratroopers were the best soldiers at the infantry school and I wanted to be with the best.
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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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I found myself highly critical of any leader who failed to lead by example.
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There is no need to tell someone how to do his job if you have properly trained your team.
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