Don't tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
You need to overcome the tug of people against you as you reach for high goals. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
We herd sheep, we drive cattle, we lead people. Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
If you tell people where to go, but not how to get there, you'll be amazed at the results. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
But between the plan and the operation, there is always an unknown. That unknown spells victory or defeat. ... Some people call… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Achievers are resolute in their goals and driven by determination. Discouragement is temporary, obstacles are overcome, and doubt is defeated, yielding to… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
We entered a synagogue which was packed with the greatest stinking bunch of humanity I have ever seen. Either these Displaced Persons… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
From time to time there will be some complaints that we are pushing our people too hard. I don't give a good… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
There are three ways that men get what they want; by planning, by working, and by praying. Any great military operation takes… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Remember wars are won by killing people. The more we kill, the quicker we'll get out of this war. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Plans must be simple and flexible…They must be made by the people who execute them. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
America loves a winner, and will not tolerate a loser, this is why America has never, and will never, lose a war. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
We must guard against becoming so engrossed in the specific nature of the roots and bark of the trees of knowledge as to miss… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Successful generals make plans to fit circumstances, but do not try to create circumstances to fit plans. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
There is a time to take counsel of your fears, and there is a time to never listen to any fear. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
In the space of two days I had evolved two plans, wholly distinct, both of which were equally feasible. The point I am trying… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Discipline must be a habit so ingrained that it is stronger than the excitement of battle. — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
Sure, we want to go home. We want this war over with. The quickest way to get it over with is to go get… — George S. Patton Copy Share Image
