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.
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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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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It is far easier to find quiet than to find peace. True peace must come from within oneself.
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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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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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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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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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A leader should strive to be an individual of flawless character, technical competence, and moral courage.
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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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We salute the rank not the man.
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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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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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I have always prided myself that I do my own thinking. I have my own philosophy. I have my own answer to the reasons things have turned out in my life.
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The recurring theme which predisposes people to depression is rejection and lack of self-esteem.
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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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