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 WINTERSWar 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.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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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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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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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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If you have character, that means the guy you are dealing with can trust you.
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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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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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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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We salute the rank not the man.
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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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Develop your team. If you know your people, are fair in setting realistic goals and expectations, and lead by example, you will develop teamwork.
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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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I learned a valuable lesson that nothing is ever guaranteed.
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