The publicity I have been getting, a good deal of which is untrue, and the rest of it ill considered, has done me more harm than good. The only way you get on in this profession is to have the reputation of doing what you are told as thoroughly as possible. So far I have been able to accomplish that, and I believe I have gotten quite a reputation from not kicking at peculiar assignments.

I always believe in being prepared, even when I'm dressed in white tie and tails.

Success in war depends upon the golden rule of war.

You must be single minded. Drive for the one thing on which you have decided.

Do not try to make circumstances fit your plans. Make plans that fit the circumstances.

I am the best damn ass-kicker in the whole U.S. Army!

Do not make excuses, whether it's your fault or not.