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Tact is the ability to describe others as they see themselves. Abraham Lincoln		Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
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A ship is always referred to as 'she' because it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder. Admiral Chester William Nimitz

Quote Author: Admiral Chester William Nimitz

	Admiral Chester William Nimitz
	(1885-1965) US admiral, commander-in-chief of US Pacific fleet in 2nd world war.

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A ship is always referred to as 'she' because it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder. Uncommon valor was a common virtue. Three favorite rules of thumb: Is the proposed operation likely to succeed? What might be the consequences of failure? Is it in the realm of practicality in terms of materiel and supplies?