This document contains 10 inspirational quotes honoring veterans. The quotes are attributed to notable figures such as presidents, generals, and philosophers. They touch on themes of courage, integrity, leadership, service, and preserving peace through strength and preparedness. The document concludes by thanking veterans for their service and wishing them a happy Veterans Day.
2. “We are not retreating -- we
are advancing in another
direction.”
- General Douglas MacArthur
3. “The supreme quality for leadership is
unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success
is possible, no matter whether it is on a section
gang, a football field, in an army, or in an office.”
- President Dwight Eisenhower
4. “To be prepared for war is
one of the most effective
means of preserving peace.”
- President George Washington
5. “We make war that we may live in peace.”
- Aristotle
6. “Let every nation know, whether
it wishes us well or ill, that we
shall pay any price, bear any
burden, meet any hardship,
support any friend, oppose any
foe, to assure the survival and
success of liberty.”
- President John F. Kennedy
7. “Some people live an entire
lifetime and wonder if they have
ever made a difference in the
world, but the Marines don't have
that problem.”
- President Ronald Reagan
8. “A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the
courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion t
listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a
leader, but becomes one by the equality of his actions
and the integrity of his intent.”
- General Douglas MacArthur
9. “Valor is stability, not of legs and arms,
but of courage and the soul.”
- Michel de Montaigne
10. “Courage is almost a contradiction in terms.
It means a strong desire to live taking the
form of readiness to die.”
- G.K. Chesterton
11. “As we express our gratitude, we must never
forget that the highest appreciation is not to
utter words, but to live by them.”
- President John F. Kennedy
12. Veterans – thank you for your service.
We wish you a Happy Veterans Day.