Pershing

Military General American 1860 – 1948

American general; commanded U.S. forces in WWI and Mexican campaigns.

374 quotes

"The nation that denies to half of the people the right to an education denies to itself the advantages of the talents of that half of the population."
Education
"A good soldier will always carry out his orders, even if he disagrees with them."
Courage
"The future of our nation depends upon the fitness of our youth."
Inspiration
"Loyalty must be mutual."
Friendship
"A commander must be a student of his profession."
Knowledge
"The greatest victories are won through preparation and discipline."
Success
"Every soldier deserves to be commanded by a man he can respect."
Leadership
"In the army, there is no room for politics."
Leadership
"The measure of our success is not what we have accomplished, but what we have enabled others to accomplish."
Success
"A true patriot is willing to sacrifice for his country."
Courage
"The strength of an army lies in its unity."
Strength
"A military man must always think of tomorrow, not yesterday."
Wisdom
"Greatness is not measured by fame, but by character."
Truth
"The true test of leadership is what happens when you are not in the room."
Leadership
"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children."
Nature
"A man's word is his bond; without it, he has nothing."
Truth
"The greatest danger to our nation is complacency."
Wisdom
"A soldier must respect his enemy, even as he fights him."
Courage
"Success comes to those who work for it."
Work
"The finest quality of a soldier is his willingness to serve."
Leadership
"An army marches on its stomach, but it fights with its heart."
Motivation
"The true soldier is humble in victory and gracious in defeat."
Wisdom
"A leader must earn the respect of his men every day."
Leadership
"The nation that takes time to remember its fallen honors all who serve."
Gratitude
"A military man must adapt or die."
Change
"The greatest achievement is to bring peace through strength."
Peace
"A true commander knows when to fight and when to negotiate."
Wisdom
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
Dreams
"A soldier's greatest weapon is his mind, not his gun."
Strength
"The discipline of war teaches the discipline of peace."
Peace