A man can get something from war that is impossible to acquire any place else.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSLives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime, and, departing, leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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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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I found myself highly critical of any leader who failed to lead by example.
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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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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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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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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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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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War is romantic only to those who are far away from the sounds and turmoil of battle.
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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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Find your personal peace and solitude in a turbulent world.
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The recurring theme which predisposes people to depression is rejection and lack of self-esteem.
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Suicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
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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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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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Very few men can remain poised under an artillery concentration.
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