Inspirational Quotes, Motivational Sayings, and Wise Words for Daily Inspiration

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The battle of Iwo Island has been won. The United States Marines by their individual and collective courage have conquered a base which is as necessary to us in our continuing forward movement toward final victory as it was vital to the enemy in staving off ultimate defeat.

Chester W. Nimitz's Popular Quotes

God grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless.

- Chester W. Nimitz

When I assumed command of the Pacific Fleet in 31 December, 1941; our submarines were already operating against the enemy, the only units of the Flee…

- Chester W. Nimitz

We shall never forget that it was our submarines that held the lines against the enemy while our fleets replaced losses and repaired wounds.

- Chester W. Nimitz

If you're not making waves, you're not under weigh.

- Chester W. Nimitz

Some of the best advice I've had comes from junior officers and enlisted men.

- Chester W. Nimitz

It is the function of the Navy to carry the war to the enemy so that it will not be fought on U.S. soil.

- Chester W. Nimitz

Luck can be attributed to a well-conceived plan carried out by a well-trained and indoctrinated task group.

- Chester W. Nimitz

Leadership consists of picking good men and helping them do their best.

- Chester W. Nimitz

The U.S.'s major strength factor and weapon is its economy. If you cripple it, you cripple the military.

- Chester W. Nimitz