Army Quote by Phil Scott
“My Dad, Sgt. Howard Scott, from tiny Washington, Vermont landed in Normandy and fought with his unit inland to St. Lo France where his tank hit a landmine and he was severely injured, losing both his legs. But he thought he was one of the lucky ones.”
About This Quote
A soldier survived severe injury in war, yet considered himself fortunate despite losing both legs.
In simple terms: He felt lucky despite his injuries.
Key Takeaway
Recognize gratitude even in hardship.
Themes
war
resilience
gratitude
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- veteran support groups
- rehabilitation programs
- public speaking
Key Concepts
military history
psychology of trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “lucky” mean after loss?
- How can we honor both survival and suffering?
A Different Perspective
His perspective may overlook the trauma of others.
![“I can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware…” quote by James Mattis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/761/james-mattis-9515_army_i-can-t-imagine-that-i-would-be-asked-th_3990.jpg)
