Bernard Montgomery

"The officer must set the example."

"Communication is key to any successful operation."

"I believe that any soldier worth his salt should be able to read a map."

"The capacity to make decisions is perhaps the most important quality in a leader."

"Victory is not achieved by merely attacking."

"I have always maintained that discipline must be self imposed."

"One must study history to understand the present."

"The morale of the troops is paramount."

"I am convinced that air power will eventually dominate warfare."

"A good general must be ruthless in his decisions."

"The best way to predict the future is to study the past."

"Patience is a virtue in all things."

"I believe in the power of the written word."

"The soldier's loyalty must be to his country, not his commander."

"I have found that clear orders prevent confusion."

"The capacity to inspire confidence is the mark of a great leader."

"One cannot fight a war without adequate supplies."

"I am a firm believer in the importance of physical fitness."

"Victory depends on the coordination of all services."

"A leader must be willing to accept responsibility for failure."

"The battle is won or lost before the first shot is fired."

"I have always believed that morale is more important than numbers."

"The true measure of a leader is how he treats his men."

"Speed of action is essential in modern warfare."

"I am convinced that discipline is the foundation of success."

"The officer must know his men."

"One must never underestimate the enemy."

"I believe that the future belongs to the offensive minded."

"Clear communication is the foundation of good leadership."

"The capacity to delegate is essential for any commander."