Bernard Law Montgomery
1887 - 1976
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Biography
Bernard Law Montgomery, 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, was a British Army officer who served as a senior commander in World War II. He gained prominence as a result of his leadership of British and Allied forces in several successful campaigns, most notably Operation Overlord, the Battle of Normandy in 1944. Montgomery is known for his meticulous planning and emphasis on morale and discipline among his troops. After the war, he served as the Chief of the Imperial General Staff and became a peer in the House of Lords.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
The skill of an officer is to win battles. If he can do this and maintain the discipline and morale of his men, he is worthy of his position.
2
I am not interested in the past, except as the road to the future.
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The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war.
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Until we have final victory, there will be no rest for anyone.
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Courage is the first of human qualities because it is the quality which guarantees all others.