Any officer who goes into action without his men getting at ... - Bernard Montgomery

"Any officer who goes into action without his men getting at least a good night's sleep the night before is committing a crime against his country."

Bernard Montgomery Health

Military Field Marshal British 1887–1976

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"I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable."

"The basis of successful tactics is to have at all times an adequate reserve."

"In peace time a man is looked after because he is no longer indispensable."

"The great tradition of parliamentary government requires the acceptance of the results of free elections."

"You can't expect to be happy if you're surrounded by mess."

"Health and happiness - these are true wealth"

"How can you live like this? It's like a pigsty!"

"You're going to get sick living like this."