(G. K. Chesterton)
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.
(Franklin D. Roosevelt)
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice; in practice, there is.
(Chuck Reid)
I believe they, the standards of leadership, can be boiled down to four basic qualities, which are fundamental to the profession of arms. First, we believe in commitment. That begins with your oath .... Commitments you must always remember are those you have made to your nation, your service, your leaders, and those you lead .... Second, we believe in competence .... You must prepare yourself. If you are not competent in a tactical and technical sense, you will not be fit to lead. You will be a danger to your soldiers, exposing them needlessly, and destroying their confidence in themselves as well as in you . . . . Thirdly, we believe in candor . . . . Let your subordinates and your superiors see you as honest in all your dealings. Expect the same from them. . .Finally, we believe in courage . . . . Physical courage is rooted in believing in your unit, your own preparations and excellence in leadership, and your devotion to your service and your country . . . . Moral courage is as important as physical courage . . . . If you believe you are right, after sober and considered judgment?hold your position. You owe your country nothing less The officer corps must possess the highest sense of moral courage if it is to fulfill its purpose of leadership for the American soldier, and service to the American people.
(BG S. L. A. Marshall)