Plans Quotes by George S. Patton

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

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

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

Successful generals make plans to fit circumstances, but do not try to create circumstances to fit plans.

— George S. Patton

There is a time to take counsel of your fears, and there is a time to never listen to any fear.

— George S. Patton

Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack.

— George S. Patton

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

The leader must be an actor.

— George S. Patton

Most battles are won before they are ever fought.

— George S. Patton

Discipline must be a habit so ingrained that it is stronger than the excitement of battle.

— George S. Patton

Battle... brings out all that is best.

— George S. Patton

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

The time to take counsel of your fears is before you make an important battle decision. That's the time to listen to every fear…

— George S. Patton

A man must know his destiny. if he does not recognize it, then he is lost.

— George S. Patton

Urge all of your men to pray, not alone in church, but everywhere. Pray when driving. Pray when fighting. Pray alone. Pray with others.…

— George S. Patton