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.

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.

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.

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

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

Why 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.

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