The Wit and Wisdom of Our Troops

The Wit and Wisdom of Our Troops
Title The Wit and Wisdom of Our Troops PDF eBook
Author
Publisher Cider Mill Press
Pages 208
Release 2016-10-04
Genre History
ISBN 1604336722

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Duty, Honor, Country—those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be. —Gen. Douglas MacArthur THE WIT AND WISDOM OF THE TROOPS is a poignant tribute to our country, and to the courageous men and women who serve it. This moving and inspirational collection presents wise words and moving stories about the U.S. military—from the Revolutionary War to conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan—from all branches of the armed services. Two hundred quotes reflect enduring themes of discipline, character, strategy, and leadership through centuries of both war and peace. Little-known facts, stories of heroism, and inspiring historic and modern photographs round out this collection dedicated to fighting the good fight for liberty, equality, and democracy at home and abroad. The roster of inspiring voices featured in this collection includes: Gen. Omar Bradley Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody Captain John Paul Jones Ulysses S. Grant Dwight Eisenhower Nathan Hale John F. Kennedy Gen. George C. Marshall John McCain Gen. Stanley McChrystal Admiral Michael Mullen Gen. George S. Patton Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry Admiral Michael Mullen Gen. John Pershing Gen. David Petraeus Gen. Colin Powell Teddy Roosevelt Gen. Norman Schwarzkoff Gen. William T. Sherman George Washington Gen. William Westmoreland And so many more. THE WIT AND WISDOM OF THE TROOPS presents more than 200 quotes and quips, along with patriotic personal stories, and captivating images making this the perfect piece of Americana.

The Wit & Wisdom of General George S. Patton

The Wit & Wisdom of General George S. Patton
Title The Wit & Wisdom of General George S. Patton PDF eBook
Author Charlie T. Jones
Publisher
Pages 59
Release 2007-10-01
Genre Business & Economics
ISBN 9781933715551

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The wit and wisdom of one of our greatest military leaders in a compact, highly readable edition! TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Soldier's Testament Patton's Letter to His Son on D-Day Patton on Leadership Patton on God & the Bible Patton on Conviction & Decision Patton on Courage & Fear Patton on Discipline Patton on Health Patton on Success Letters by George S. Patton I don't know what a Philadelphia lawyer might say, but I know what I mean by Country. It is the Constitution! 'Just the greatest document ever written by man' according to an English Prime Minister. You know why we serve the Constitution? Simple! Recall what you said when you got your first commission or got a promotion. You take an oath to God 'to support the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.' We are fighting for our great Constitution. We are not fighting for any man, president, senator, congressman nor potentate. This is what I mean by Country. --General George S. Patton

Awesome Sh*t My Drill Sergeant Said

Awesome Sh*t My Drill Sergeant Said
Title Awesome Sh*t My Drill Sergeant Said PDF eBook
Author Dan Caddy
Publisher Harper Collins
Pages 166
Release 2015-06-09
Genre Humor
ISBN 0062351974

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The official tie-in book to the wildly popular Facebook page, featuring brand-new crazy, off-the-wall, outrageously funny, and downright “awesome” pearls of wisdom from real-life drill sergeants and instructors from all branches of the military. Sweat dries. Blood clots. Bones heal. Suck it up, buttercup. After his deployment in Afghanistan, Dan Caddy began swapping great drill sergeant stories by e-mail with other combat veterans—an exchange with friends that would grow into the dedicated Facebook page, “Awesome Sh*t My Drill Sergeant Said.” But what began as a comedic outlet has evolved into a robust online community and support network that conducts fundraisers for and donates to military charities, has helped veterans struggling with PTSD and other issues, and on numerous occasions, literally saved lives. Now, Caddy shares more great DS stories—most never before seen—in this humorous collection. Often profane, sometimes profound, yet always entertaining, these rants from real life soldiers are interspersed with lively sidebars, Top 10 lists, stories from fans, one-liners, and more. For anyone who has suffered a hard-ass manager (in uniform or not), Awesome Sh*t My Drill Sergeant Said will add a much needed dose of humor to the day.

The Wit & Wisdom of Winston Churchill

The Wit & Wisdom of Winston Churchill
Title The Wit & Wisdom of Winston Churchill PDF eBook
Author James C. Humes
Publisher Harper Collins
Pages 258
Release 2009-10-13
Genre Humor
ISBN 006183307X

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"Courageous, bellicose and humorous. . . . To anyone who wishes to have a generous source of quotations, this is the one. Churchill address audiences for seven decades. To those who follow World War II, this is an inspiring book to read and keep on your shelves." — Indianapolis Star A treasury of more than 1,000 quotations by and anecdotes about one of the most erudite, clever, and eloquent statesmen in history, Sir Winston Churchill. This entertaining compendium of bon mots and trivia is ideal for speakers, students of history, World War II buffs, and general readers.

The Wit and Wisdom of Mark Twain

The Wit and Wisdom of Mark Twain
Title The Wit and Wisdom of Mark Twain PDF eBook
Author Mark Twain
Publisher Courier Corporation
Pages 194
Release 2013-01-01
Genre Literary Collections
ISBN 048648923X

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"Familiarity breeds contempt — and children." "When angry, count to four; when very angry, swear." "Heaven for climate. Hell for company." This attractive paperback gift edition of the renowned American humorist's epigrams and witticisms features hundreds of quips on life, love, history, culture, travel, and other topics from his fiction, essays, letters, and autobiography.

The Wit and Wisdom of Donald J. Trump

The Wit and Wisdom of Donald J. Trump
Title The Wit and Wisdom of Donald J. Trump PDF eBook
Author Mark Lynch
Publisher
Pages
Release 2018
Genre American wit and humor, Pictorial
ISBN 9781633936911

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When Donald Trump speaks and tweets, the world holds its breath. He vents his spleen at anything and anyone at anytime. His use of social media to message his innermost thoughts and often galvanize his, (as Hilary puts it) 'Basket of Deplorables' following, makes for unmissable reading, no matter what your political views.

The Official ARRSE Guide to the British Army

The Official ARRSE Guide to the British Army
Title The Official ARRSE Guide to the British Army PDF eBook
Author Major Des Astor
Publisher Random House
Pages 226
Release 2012-11-16
Genre Technology & Engineering
ISBN 1446464040

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How will we defeat the Taleban and bring peace to Afghanistan? What will the British soldier of the late 21st century look like? When will the next World War break out? We're damned if we know, but if you want to find out what today's British Army is really like, then The Official Arrse Guide to the British Army is the book for you. Drawn from the wit and wisdom of the ARmy Rumour Service, Britain's biggest and most active military website, the Official Arrse Guide gives the inside track on all aspects of modern British military life. How do I join? Where will I be sent? What's the hardware like? What exactly is it that clerks put in staff officers' coffee? Why do the RAF wear uniforms? Where can I get a decent pair of boots? Is there any meat in an army sausage? All these crucial questions - and more - are answered in The Official Arrse Guide.