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

Freedom-no word was ever spoken that has held out greater hope, demanded greater sacrifice, needed more to be nurtured, blessed more the giver. . . or came closer to being God's will on earth.

The nation needs men who think in terms of service to their country and not in terms of their country's debt to them.

We are dealing with veterans, not procedures; with their problems, not ours.

Ours is a world of nuclear giants and ethical infants. We know more about war that we know about peace, more about killing that we know about living.

The greatest leader in the world could never win a campaign unless he understood the men he had to lead.

Amateurs study tactics; professionals study logistics.