Lives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime, and, departing, leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSRemain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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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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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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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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I found myself highly critical of any leader who failed to lead by example.
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Find your personal peace and solitude in a turbulent world.
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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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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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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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I learned a valuable lesson that nothing is ever guaranteed.
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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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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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If you are a leader, a fellow who other fellows look to, you have to keep going.
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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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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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