Airpower has become predominant, both as a deterrent to war, and-in the eventuality of war-as the devastating force to destroy an enemy's potential and fatally undermine his will to wage war.

As far as I am concerned, war itself is immoral.

The greatness of a leader is measured by the achievements of the led. This is the ultimate test of his effectiveness.

I am convinced that the best service a retired general can perform is to turn in his tongue along with his suit and to mothball his opinions.

Dependability, integrity, the characteristic of never knowingly doing anything wrong, that you would never cheat anyone, that you would give everybody a fair deal. Character is a sort of an all-inclusive thing. If a man has character, everyone has confidence in him.

Set your course by the stars, not by the lights of every passing ship.

Peace is our goal but preparedness is the price we must pay.