If all Europe lies flat while the Russian mob tramps over it, we will then be faced with a war under difficult circumstances, and with a very good chance of losing it. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
By providing outstanding economic leadership, this country can wage its attack successfully - and can thereby build the foundations of a peaceful world. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
As in the war of 1941-45, our victory and our survival depend on how and where we attack. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
If all Europe lies flat while the Russian mob tramps over it, we will then be faced with a war under difficult circumstances, and… — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
Moreover, the accomplishment of Russia's aims has been greatly simplified by the fact that we have heretofore offered the world no practical antidote for… — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
There is a serious, immediate and extraordinarily grave threat to the continued existence of this country. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
Courage is the capacity to conduct oneself with restraint in times of prosperity and with courage and tenacity when things do not go well.... — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
From 1941 to 1945 we won a war by enlisting the whole-hearted support of all our people and all our resources. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
This country cannot afford the deceptive luxury of waging defensive warfare. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
The raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for the next 500 years. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
For the only way in which a durable peace can be created is by world-wide restoration of economic activity and international trade. — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
A similar revolving fund could be set up for Germany, for a durable peace can rest only upon a Germany that, while militarily impotent,… — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
It is inconceivable that even the gang who runs Russia would be willing to take on war, but one always has to remember that… — James Forrestal Copy Share Image
