Army Quote by Ulysses S. Grant
“I will not move my army without onions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to General Meade, 1864
The speaker refuses to advance troops unless a trivial condition is met, highlighting absurdity or stubbornness.
In simple terms: Refusing to act over a minor detail.
Key Takeaway
Avoid letting petty issues block progress.
Themes
stubbornness
leadership
military
humor
Mood
ironic
lighthearted
Type
anecdotal
humorous
When to use this quote
- campaign planning
- negotiations
- team meetings
- resource allocation
Key Concepts
logistics
decision making
authority
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the condition truly essential?
- What larger goal is being delayed?
A Different Perspective
May overlook larger strategic needs for insignificant concerns.
![“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)
