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.

Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men.

Death can be more exciting than life.

Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack.

In war the only sure defense is offense, and the efficiency of the offense depends on the warlike souls of those conducting it.

There is no proof nor yet any denial. We were, we are, and we will be.

The fixed determination to have acquired the warrior soul, to either conquer or perish with honor, is the secret of victory.