General George S. Patton

I would rather have a German division in front of me than a French one behind me.

I would rather have a German division in front of me than a French one behind me.

I do not fear failure. I only fear the "slowing up" of the engine inside of me which is pounding, read more

I do not fear failure. I only fear the "slowing up" of the engine inside of me which is pounding, saying, "Keep going, someone must be on top, why not you?"

If you can't get them to salute when they should salute and wear the clothes you tell them to wear, read more

If you can't get them to salute when they should salute and wear the clothes you tell them to wear, how are you going to get them to die for their country?

Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best; read more

Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best; it removes all that is base. All men are afraid in battle. The coward is the one who lets his fear overcome his sense of duty. Duty is the essence of manhood.

Be willing to make decisions. That's the most important quality in a good leader.

Be willing to make decisions. That's the most important quality in a good leader.