George S. Patton

A good battle plan that you act on today can be better than a perfect one tomorrow.

George S. Patton

A leader is a man who can adapt principles to circumstances.

George S. Patton

All men are frightened. The more intelligent they are, the more they are frightened.

George S. Patton

An active mind cannot exist in an inactive body.

George S. Patton

Anyone in any walk of life who is content with mediocrity is untrue to himself and to American tradition.

George S. Patton

Attack rapidly, ruthlessly, viciously, without rest, however tired and hungry you may be, the enemy will be more tired, more hungry. Keep punching.

George S. Patton

Discipline must be a habit so ingrained that it is stronger than the excitement of battle or the fear of death.

George S. Patton

Do not try to make circumstances fit your plans. Make plans that fit the circumstances.

George S. Patton

Do your duty as you see it, and damn the consequences.

George S. Patton

Duty is the essence of manhood.

George S. Patton