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Victory Quotes by George S. Patton

9 Victory quotes by George S. Patton

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General George S. Patton never shied away from bold language, and his statements on victory stress relentless effort and decisive action. The excerpts capture his belief that success is earned on the battlefield of resolve, offering a stark reminder of the cost of complacency.

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If we aren't victorious, let no man come back alive!

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Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory.

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The fixed determination to have acquired the warrior soul, to either conquer or perish with honor, is the secret of victory.

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Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and…

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Accept the challenges so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory. Always do more than is required of you. If a…

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Achievers are resolute in their goals and driven by determination. Discouragement is temporary, obstacles are overcome, and doubt is defeated, yielding to…

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But between the plan and the operation, there is always an unknown. That unknown spells victory or defeat. ... Some people call…

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There are three ways that men get what they want; by planning, by working, and by praying. Any great military operation takes…

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

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Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the…

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America loves a winner, and will not tolerate a loser, this is why America has never, and will never, lose a war.

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We must guard against becoming so engrossed in the specific nature of the roots and bark of the trees of knowledge as to miss…

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

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

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

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In the space of two days I had evolved two plans, wholly distinct, both of which were equally feasible. The point I am trying…

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The leader must be an actor.

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Most battles are won before they are ever fought.

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

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Battle... brings out all that is best.

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Sure, we want to go home. We want this war over with. The quickest way to get it over with is to go get…

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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…

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

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

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