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# Victor H. Krulak

(1913–2008)   Military Officer

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Victor H. Krulak was a military officer.

## Quick Facts About Victor H. Krulak

Born January 7, 1913

Died December 29, 2008

Profession Military Officer

## About Victor H. Krulak

United States Marine Corps general (1913–2008)... \| Victor Harold Krulak was a decorated United States Marine Corps officer who saw action in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Krulak, considered a visionary by fellow Marines, was the author of First to Fight: An Inside View of the U.S. Marine Corps and the father of the 31st Commandant of the Marine C

##  Quotes by Victor H. Krulak

> [Being ready is not what matters. What matters is winning after you get there.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/victor-h-krulak/being-ready-is-not-what-matters-what-matters-is-winning-after-you-get/)

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