The deadliest weapon in the world is a MARINE and his rifle!

The deadliest weapon in the world is a MARINE and his rifle!

Infantry, Artillery, Aviation - all that we have - are yours to dispose of as you will. . . . I have come to say to you that the American people would be proud to be engaged in the greatest battle in history.

If you know how to shoot, and are quite ready to shoot, the chances are that you won't have to shoot.

A competent leader can get efficient service from poor troops, while on the contrary an incapable leader can demoralize the best of troops.

Your Marines having been under my command for nearly six months, I feel that I can give you a discriminating report as to their excellent standing with their brothers of the army and their general good conduct.

To 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.