I haven't yet figured out how I was made first captain, because I was not an outstanding student. I was an adequate student.

We'll blast them back into the stone ages!

When the soldiers came home from Vietnam, there were no parades, no celebrations. So they built the Vietnam Memorial for themselves.

I have no apologies, no regrets. I gave my very best efforts.... I've been hung in effigy. I've been spat upon. You just have to let those things bounce off .

My wife was my greatest asset. I didn't marry her until after World War II, but she has complemented me in every job I've ever had

As the senior commander in Vietnam, I was aware of the potency of public opinion - and I worried about it.

I do not believe that the men who served in uniform in Vietnam have been given the credit they deserve. It was a difficult war against an unorthodox enemy.