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.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSWar 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.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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That’s what officers must do – break the cycle of fear. If a soldier is concentrating on his own feelings and on his own fear, and he sees you moving around, he realizes that you’re sharing the burden with him. That’s why he can then move.
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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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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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The key to being a successful combat leader is to earn respect, not because of rank, but because you are a man.
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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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There is no need to tell someone how to do his job if you have properly trained your team.
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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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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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Physical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
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Suicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
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If you have character, that means the guy you are dealing with can trust you.
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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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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 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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