"A commander's decisions can cost lives; he must not make them lightly."
"The true measure of a soldier is not how many he has killed, but how many he has saved."Strength
"One must respect the enemy while preparing to destroy him."War
"A retreat is sometimes the bravest action a commander can take."Courage
"The soldier who questions his orders is no soldier at all."
"One must always have a plan B, and a plan C as well."
"A commander is only as strong as his weakest officer."Leadership
"The greatest victory is achieved through the least bloodshed."
"One must never confuse activity with accomplishment."Wisdom
"A soldier without honor is a soldier without purpose."
"The ability to remain calm under pressure is the mark of a true leader."Leadership
"One must know the difference between being brave and being reckless."Wisdom
"A commander who does not learn from his mistakes is doomed to repeat them."
"The greatest strength lies in the unity of purpose among one's forces."
"One must always be prepared for the unexpected in war."
"A soldier's loyalty should be to his conscience first, his commander second."
"The true cost of war is measured not in land gained, but in lives lost."
"One must balance boldness with caution, aggression with patience."
"A commander who loses the trust of his men has lost everything."
"The greatest battles are won not with weapons, but with will."