The Enduring Spirit of Chivalry

Explore the enduring ideals of knighthood and chivalry through these powerful quotes, from historical figures to modern-day heroes, reflecting courage, honor, and moral strength.

⊙ Quote of the day: The Unassuming Knight- Sean Connery on His Knighthood

The knighthood I received was a fantastic honor but it’s not something I’ve ever used and I don’t think I ever will.

- Sir Sean Connery -

This quote is attributed to Sir Sean Connery upon receiving his knighthood from the Queen of England in 2000. It expresses his feelings about this honor. The quote shows Sir Sean Connery’s humility as someone who values an honorary position or title but does not rely on or overuse it. It reflects his belief that, while he is clearly delighted to be honored, he has no intention of using the title to show off or take personal advantage.

⊙ Knights and Honor: Famous Quotes on Chivalry and Valor

The concepts of chivalry and knighthood have captured the human imagination for centuries. From the tales of medieval knights to modern-day honors, these ideals have evolved and endured. This collection of quotes explores the various facets of chivalry and knighthood, from the moral code of the medieval knight to the modern-day recognition of exceptional service. Through these words, we can delve into the enduring appeal of these concepts and their relevance in today's world.

• This Wallace, he doesn’t even have a knighthood, but he fights with passion and he inspires.  - Robert the Bruce

• No more chivalry. Now we fight like wolves! - Outlaw King

• Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright that God may love thee. Speak the truth always, even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong ... that is your oath. -The Knight’s Oath : Kingdom Of Heaven

• More than a code of manners in war and love, Chivalry was a moral system, governing the whole of noble life. - Barbara Tuchman

• Knighthood lies above eternity; it doesn’t live off fame, but rather deeds. -Dejan Stojanovic, The Sun Watches the Sun 

• All Knights must bleed. Blood is the seal of our devotion. - George R.R. Martin : The Hedge Knight

• Every person who is offered a knighthood has the opportunity to say yes or no. You get a letter from the Prime Minister saying you've been recommended for a knighthood and there are two little boxes, one says yes, one says no. - Derek Jacobi

• I turned down a knighthood. It would be like having to wear a suit every day of your life. - Alan Bennett

• I feel like Ive been engaged to the British Empire since 1980 and tonight you have given me the ring knighthood. - Steven Spielberg

• I never accepted a knighthood because to me, is honour enough? - George Bernard Shaw

• I'm glad a genre writer has got a knighthood, but stunned that it was me. - Terry Pratchett

• The sword was a very elegant weapon in the days of the samurai. You had honor and chivalry much like the knights, and yet it was a gruesome and horrific weapon. -Dustin Diamond

• The age of chivalry is past. Bores have succeeded to dragons. - Charles Dickens

• Some say that the age of chivalry is past, that the spirit of romance is dead. The age of chivalry is never past, so long as there is a wrong left unredressed on earth. - Charles Kingsley

• The motto of chivalry is also the motto of wisdom; to serve all, but love only one. - Honore de Balzac

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Leadership Quotes from the Victors of the Korean War - Part 2

The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, with the invasion of South Korea by the North Korean Communist Party under Operation Storm. It was a major war since World War II, involving United Nations (UN) forces, led by the United States, as well as the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Soviet Union (USSR). Fought between the Second World War and the Vietnam War, the Korean War is often referred to as "The Forgotten War" or "The Unknown War" due to its lack of recognition by younger generations. The conflict resulted in an estimated 2 to 2.5 million deaths on both sides, mostly civilians (around 80 percent), and including roughly 200,000 to 500,000 combat casualties. Over 100,000 UN and US soldiers bravely sacrificed their lives for the freedom of Korea. We thank all UN and US servicemen and women for their sacrifice for the Republic of Korea.

⊙ Major General Oliver P. Smith: Leadership and Valor at the Battle of Lake Changjin

Marine Corps Major General Oliver P. Smith, a United States Marine Corps soldier renowned for his outstanding command and valor in the Korean War, commanded US Marines and allied forces in the face of a fierce Chinese offensive during the Battle of Changjin Lake in December 1950. This brutal battle, one of the most challenging of the Korean War, was fought in extreme cold and isolation.  Through it all, Major General Smith remained calm, demonstrating exceptional leadership. He not only repelled the Chinese forces but also oversaw the evacuation of thousands of South Korean troops and refugees from North Korea.

• Retreat, hell! We're not retreating, we're just advancing in a different direction. - Major General Oliver P. Smith in Korea December 1950

• Gentlemen, we are not retreating. We are merely advancing in another direction. - Major General Oliver P. Smith in Korea December 1950

• I'm going to fight my way out, I'm going to take all my equipment and all my wounded and as many dead as I can. If we can't get out this way, this Division will never fight as a unit again. - Major General Oliver P. Smith in Korea December 1950

⊙ From Retreat to Repel: General Ridgway's Strategic Brilliance 

General Matthew B. Ridgway emerged as one of the principal commanders of the U.S. Army during the Korean War, succeeding General Walker, the commander of the U.S. Eighth Army, who tragically perished in a sudden car accident. General Ridgway played a pivotal role in stabilizing the situation amidst the Chinese offensive, deftly exercising strategic command as American forces retreated and confronted the advancing Chinese troops.

In the face of the Chinese offensive, which encompassed strategic withdrawals, the Battle of Jipyong-ri, and the recapture of Seoul, General Ridgway's restoration of the U.S. Eighth Army's morale, his meticulous planning, and audacious utilization of firepower paved the way for a counterattack. This counterattack enabled United Nations (UN) forces to repel the Chinese onslaught and restore the 38th parallel.

In April 1951, following General MacArthur's dismissal by President Truman, General Ridgway was appointed Supreme Allied Commander and Commander-in-Chief of the United Nations Forces in the Far East. Under his leadership, the front was stabilized along the current armistice line. General Ridgway's astute management of prisoners of war and adept negotiation skills during armistice talks were instrumental in preventing enemy reunification on the Korean Peninsula.

• The Right Way, the Wrong Way, and the Ridgway: The Will to Succeed

• Hold positions at all costs. - Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway

• And remember this, since no one can predict today when you may be thrown into combat, perhaps within hours after deplaning in an overseas theater – as happened to thousands in Korea, and as I have no doubt to many in Vietnam – you will have no time to get in shape. You must be in shape all the time. - Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway

⊙ The Exorcising Marines: Marguerite Higgins's Reporting from the Korean War

Marguerite Higgins, an American journalist, gained worldwide fame for her on-the-ground coverage of World War II and the Korean War. Arriving in Korea just two days after the outbreak of the conflict, she reported on the war for a significant stretch. Higgins was present for the Incheon landing on September 15th, 1950, where the Marines bravely fought through fierce resistance from North Korean forces. This act of courage earned them the nickname "The Ghosts of the Korean War," a moniker that has stuck with them ever since.

• Ghost Catching Marine. - Marguerite Higgins in Korea

• It doesn’t help the nation to insult or anger the Marine Corps. - Marguerite Higgins in Korea

• A military situation at its worst can inspire fighting men to perform at their best. - Marguerite Higgins, War in Korea: The Report of a Woman Combat Correspondent

• "I thought then how much more matter-of-fact the actuality of war is than any of its projections in literature. The wounded seldom cry – there’s no one with time and emotion to listen." - Marguerite Higgins, War in Korea: The Report of a Woman Combat Correspondent

⊙ Sacrifice for Freedom and a Just Cause: Messages from the Korean War

• Freedom is not free, our cause was just, and our will unbroken - Korean War Memorial.

• Without my country I cannot exist. - General Paik Sun-yup

• "I will defend Korea as I would my own country—just as I would California." - Gen. Douglas MacArthur to Dr. Syngman Rhee, President of the two-month-old South Korean Republic, October 1948

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Never Forgotten: Quotes Honoring Our Fallen Heroes

Here are some patriotic quotes to honor our fallen soldiers as we celebrate their courage, dedication, and service to our country, especially those who lost their lives while serving in the military.

⊙ Inspiring Quotes of Patriotism and Sacrifice

• May we never forget our fallen comrades. Freedom isn't free. - Sgt. Major Bill Paxton

• We don't know them all, but we owe them all. - Unknown

• We sleep peaceably in our beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on our behalf. - George Orwell

• Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime. - Adlai E. Stevenson II

• For love of country, they accepted death. - James A. Garfield

• The patriot's blood is the seed of freedom's tree. - Thomas Campbell

• As we set today aside to honor and thank our veterans, let us be mindful that we should do this every day of the year and not just one. - Beth Pennington

• The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war. - Douglas MacArthur

• Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same. - Ronald Reagan

• Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Soldiers are not just individuals; they are families, leaving behind loved ones who await their safe return with pride and fear in their hearts. - Unknown

• Soldiers and their families exemplify the true meaning of selflessness, love, and dedication to their country and each other. - Unknown

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