Chester W. Nimitz

A ship is always referred to as 'she' because it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder.

Is the proposed operation likely to succeed? What might the consequences of failure? Is it in the realm of practicability in terms of material and supplies?

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

Power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.

Women ought to be fully guarded by law in all rights of property, labor, profession, etc.; but, roughly stated, the voting population ought to represent the fighting population.

I am a big one for subtlety and empathy. My dad was softly spoken and didn't carry his honours and accomplishments for everyone to see.