In this way we shall constantly strengthen those spiritual weapons which forever will be our country's most powerful resource in peace and war.

The one weapon every man, soldier, sailor, or airman should be able to use effectively is the rifle.

The older I get the more wisdom I find in the ancient rule of taking first things first. A process which often reduces the most complex human problem to a manageable proportion.

We will bankrupt ourselves in the vain search for absolute security.

If you want total security, go to prison. There you're fed, clothed, given medical care and so on. The only thing lacking... is freedom.

The necessary and wise subordination of the military to civil power must be sustained.

During the time I have had WACs under my command, they have met every test and task assigned to them...their contributions in efficiency, skill, spirit, and determination are immeasurable.