Alvin York

Military Sergeant American 1887 – 1964

American sergeant; captured 132 Germans in single action in WWI.

386 quotes

"Fear is just a feeling; courage is a choice."
Courage
"The power to change the world lies within each of us."
Power
"Modesty is the hallmark of a true leader."
Leadership
"I found peace not in victory, but in purpose."
Peace
"The greatest education comes from experience."
Education
"Time teaches us what we refuse to learn."
Time
"A humble prayer is worth more than proud words."
Faith
"The strength of a nation is its people, not its weapons."
"I believe in the goodness of man when given the chance."
Hope
"Love and loyalty are the pillars of a good life."
Love
"History is written by those brave enough to act."
History
"A man's philosophy should be lived, not just spoken."
Philosophy
"Literature teaches us who we are and who we can be."
Literature
"Politics often gets in the way of doing what's right."
Politics
"War changes a man forever; choose your battles wisely."
War
"Motivation comes from within; inspiration comes from without."
Motivation
"The best relationships are built on mutual respect."
Relationships
"Solitude gives clarity; community gives strength."
Solitude
"I learned that the smallest acts of kindness matter most."
Kindness
"Talent without character is worthless."
"The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of truth."
Knowledge
"A man's legacy is what he leaves behind in others' hearts."
"I never sought immortality; I sought a life well-lived."
Life
"Gratitude transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary."
Gratitude
"The greatest war is the one within ourselves."
"I believe that every man has the potential for greatness."
Inspiration