The point I wish to make is that those things cause the soldier to remember that the people at home are behind him. You do not know how much that is going to mean to us who are going abroad. You do not know how much that means to any soldier who is over there carrying the flag for his country. That is the point which should be uppermost in the minds of those who are working for the soldier.
John J. PershingA competent leader can get efficient service from poor troops, while on the contrary an incapable leader can demoralize the best of troops.
John J. PershingThe World War demonstrated the importance of Field Artillery. The majority of casualties were inflicted by the arm.
John J. PershingTo get the best out of your men, they must feel that you are their real leader and must know that they can depend upon you.
John J. PershingWhy in hell can't the Army do it if the Marines can. They are the same kind of men; why can't they be like Marines.
John J. PershingIf you know how to shoot, and are quite ready to shoot, the chances are that you won't have to shoot.
John J. PershingThe point I wish to make is that those things cause the soldier to remember that the people at home are behind him. You do not know how much that is going to mean to us who are going abroad. You do not know how much that means to any soldier who is over there carrying the flag for his country. That is the point which should be uppermost in the minds of those who are working for the soldier.
John J. Pershing