We salute the rank not the man.
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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I would find a nice peaceful town and spend the rest of my life in peace.
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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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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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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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A leader should strive to be an individual of flawless character, technical competence, and moral courage.
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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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Suicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
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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 you are a leader, a fellow who other fellows look to, you have to keep going.
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War brings out the worst and the best in people. Wars do not make men great, but they do bring out the greatness in good men.
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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 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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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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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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