Famous and some not so famous quotes from World War II. Here you will find daily, sometimes twice daily postings of quotes from some well known and not so well known WWII figures.
“Never underestimate a man who overestimates himself.” — President F.D. Roosevelt referring to Douglas MacArthur Franklin Delano Roosevelt (01/30/1882 — 04/12/1945), also known by his initials FDR, was the 32nd President of the United States and the only president elected into more than two terms in office. FDR was a central figure in world events […]
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“Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you….I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle.” – Order of the Day, 6 June, 1944
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WWII Quote of the Day: May 13: Humility must always be the portion of any man who receives acclaim earned in blood of his followers and sacrifices of his friends. – General Dwight D. Eisenhower
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“You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind each blade of grass.” – Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto (04/04/1884 — 04/18/1943) was a Naval Marshal General and the commander-in-chief of the Combined Fleet during WWII. A graduate of the Imperial Japanese Naval Academy and a student of Harvard University
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“We are not retreating — we are advancing in another direction.” – General Douglas MacArthur Douglas MacArthur (January 26, 1880 – April 5, 1964) was an American general and a field marshal of the Philippine Army. He was a Chief of Staff of the US Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in
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“Americans love to fight. All real Americans love the sting of battle.” -General George S. Patton, Jr. Take a look at these other WWII Posts: WWII Yank Magazine Pin Up: Ingrid Bergman WWII Today: November 12 WWII Today: November 13
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