Frank Burns

"Casual behavior breeds casual mistakes, and casual mistakes cost lives."

"I believe that order and structure are not oppressive; they are liberating."

"A commanding officer must be willing to make difficult decisions."

"I respect those who respect the system that protects us all."

"Personal ambition must always be secondary to the mission."

"The measure of a man is his ability to adhere to principle under pressure."

"I have never asked anyone to do something I would not do myself."

"Advancement comes to those who earn it through merit and dedication."

"One cannot build a strong Army on a foundation of weakness."

"I maintain my composure because composure maintains command."

"The regulations were written by men who understood human nature."

"I believe in the power of tradition to shape character."

"Sloppiness in appearance reflects sloppiness in thinking."

"A soldier must learn to subordinate his will to a greater purpose."

"I have dedicated myself to the principles of military life."

"Corruption begins with small deviations from procedure."

"The chain of command exists because it works."

"I expect my men to be better than they think they can be."

"A clean mind comes from a clean life lived according to principle."

"I do not believe in cutting corners, ever."

"Respect must be earned through consistent demonstration of competence."

"I have always believed that military service is the highest calling."

"The strength of character cannot be taught; it must be developed."

"I maintain strict standards because lives depend on it."

"One must never compromise one's integrity for convenience."

"I believe in the transformative power of military discipline."

"The Army teaches men to think beyond themselves."

"I have no patience for those who refuse to follow orders."

"A man's word is his bond, and a soldier's bond is sacred."

"I respect the system because the system respects those who serve it."