Pershing

Military General American 1860 – 1948

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

374 quotes

"The power of example is greater than the power of orders"
Inspiration
"A soldier's strength is multiplied by his comrades"
Friendship
"The truth, however hard, is preferable to any lie"
Truth
"The future is written by those with the courage to write it"
Dreams
"Wisdom comes from experience, but also from learning others' mistakes"
Wisdom
"The soldier who knows himself can never be defeated"
Knowledge
"A leader's true test comes in times of peace, not war"
Leadership
"The pursuit of excellence is a lifelong journey"
Life
"In every setback lies the seed of a greater comeback"
Perseverance
"The soldier's heart must be as strong as his arm"
Strength
"A commander's decisions echo through eternity"
Power
"The greatest monument is the success of those you've taught"
Education
"Time is the battlefield where character is truly tested"
Time
"The soldier who gives up has truly lost"
Hope
"A leader's kindness is never a sign of weakness"
Kindness
"The pursuit of justice requires both strength and mercy"
Justice
"A soldier's freedom is earned through discipline"
Freedom
"The greatest strategy accounts for human nature"
Wisdom
"In darkness, a soldier's faith is his light"
Faith
"A commander who cannot adapt will be overcome"
Change
"The soldier's sacrifice is honored by those who remember"
Gratitude
"A true victory includes compassion for the vanquished"
Peace
"The mind of a leader must be open to all truth"
Knowledge
"A soldier's courage is contagious to those around him"
Courage
"The path to greatness requires both humility and conviction"
Life
"In every failure, a soldier finds the seeds of future success"
Perseverance
"A leader's legacy is written in the hearts of his followers"
Leadership
"The soldier who understands sacrifice understands life"
Wisdom
"A commander must be both feared and loved"
Leadership
"The greatest strength is knowing when to yield"
Strength