Famous Quotes by George S. Patton

Below are famous quotes by George S. Patton - US general (1885 - 1945).

A good plan violently executed right now is far better than a perfect plan executed next week.

A good plan, violently executed now, is better than a perfect plan next week.

Courage is fear holding on a minute longer.

If a man does his best, what more is there to ask for?

If man does his best what else is there?

Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.

Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do, and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.

Take calculated risks. That is quite different from being rash.

The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war.

When in doubt, observe and ask questions. When certain, observe at length and ask many more questions.

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