Frank Burns

"A man's word is his bond, and mine is absolute."

"These enlisted men need firm guidance, not coddling."

"I've sacrificed comfort for duty my entire career."

"The Geneva Convention is clear, and I follow it to the letter."

"Personal feelings must never interfere with military procedure."

"I respect those who respect the chain of command."

"Hawkeye and McIntyre are unfit for serious military service."

"A surgeon's hands must be steady, but so must his convictions."

"I've never compromised my principles for popularity."

"These nurses need structure and proper supervision."

"War is serious business, and I don't joke about it."

"Margaret is the only woman here who understands decorum."

"A proper uniform reflects a proper mind."

"I believe in God, Country, and the Army - in that order."

"Discipline separates the officer from the enlisted man."

"I've reported every violation I've witnessed without hesitation."

"A moment's weakness can destroy a man's entire career."

"These soldiers need to understand the consequences of their actions."

"I take my oath as seriously as my life itself."

"Fraternization compromises command authority."

"I've maintained my composure through worse than this."

"These men should be grateful for competent medical care."

"Politics has no place in the operating room."

"I've never sought credit, only the satisfaction of duty fulfilled."

"A man who questions his superiors is a man without honor."

"I cannot abide chaos masquerading as camaraderie."

"My reputation is built on unwavering consistency."

"These pranks are beneath the dignity of a medical officer."

"I've sacrificed marriage for my career, and I regret nothing."

"Morale is important, but not at the expense of discipline."