The power and diversity of the Armed Forces, active Guard and Reserve, the resolve of our fellow citizens, the flexibility in our command to navigate international waters that remain troubled are all essential to our security.
Defense Quotes
When men talk about defense they always claim to be protecting women and children, but they never ask the women and children what they think.
Even a hare will bite when it is cornered.
Extremism in defense of liberty is no vice. Tolerance in the face of tyranny is no virtue.
In cases of defense ’tis best to weigh The enemy more mighty than he seems. So the proportions of defense are filled; Which of a weak and niggardly projection Doth, like a miser, spoil his coat with scanting A little cloth. (Henry V)
A sly rabbit will have three openings to its den.
I am for relying on internal defense on our militia solely, till actual invasion. . . and not for a standing army in times of peace, which may overawe the public sentiment.
Commonly they must use their feet for defense whose only weapon is their tongue.
The best armor is to keep out of range.
If you want to know the difference between a defense and an offense, assume your enemy is “willing to commit suicide” when he attacks. If you can stop him while saving yourself under those conditions, then what you have qualifies as a defense.
