Armed forces Quote by General George S Patton
“God of our fathers, who by land and sea have ever lead us to victory, please continue your inspiring guidance in this the greatest of all conflicts. Strengthen my soul so that the weakening instinct of self-preservation, which besets all of us in battle, shall not blind me to my duty to my own manhood, to the glory of my calling, and to my responsibility to my fellow soldiers. Grant to our armed forces that disciplined valor and mutual confidence which insures success in war. Let me not mourn for the men who have died fighting, but rather let me be glad that such heroes have lived. If it be my lot to die, let me do so with courage and honor in a manner which will bring the greatest harm to the enemy, and please, oh Lord, protect and guide those I shall leave behind. Give us the victory, Lord.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to the 2nd Armored Division, 1944
A prayer for divine aid and steadfastness in war, urging courage over fear and honoring sacrifice.
In simple terms: Ask for guidance and courage in battle.
Key Takeaway
Seek strength and honor in duty.
Themes
courage
duty
faith
sacrifice
leadership
Mood
solemn
determined
reverent
Type
prayer
military
inspirational
When to use this quote
- battlefield leadership
- morale building
- memorial services
- personal reflection on duty
Key Concepts
Divine providence
military morale
honor
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance faith with practical tactics?
- What does true honor mean in modern conflict?
A Different Perspective
May reliance on divine aid diminish personal agency and strategic planning.
