One cannot wage war under present conditions without the support of public opinion, which is tremendously molded by the press and other forms of propaganda.

I'll come back as soon as I can with as much as I can. In the meantime, you've got to hold!

Once war is forced upon us, there is no alternative than to apply every available means to bring it to a swift end. War’s very object is victory-not prolonged indecision.

Duty, Honor, Country. Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be.

Old soldiers never die; they just fade away.

I've looked that old scoundrel death in the eye many times but this time I think he has me on the ropes.

Competitive sports keep alive in us a spirit and vitality. Sports teach the strong to know when they are weak and the brave to face themselves when they are afraid; to be proud and unbowed in defeat, and yet humble and gentle in victory; to master ourselves before we attempt to master others; to learn to laugh, yet never forget how to weep; and to give the predominance of courage over timidity.