John W. Vessey, Jr. Quotes

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John W. Vessey, Jr. (1922-2016) was an American military officer who served as the tenth Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1982 to 1985. Born in Minnesota, Vessey began his military career during World War II and later participated in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was highly respected for his leadership skills and expertise in strategic planning. Vessey played a crucial role in shaping the military policy of the United States during the Cold War era. After retiring from the military, he continued to contribute to public service and was known for his commitment to veterans' affairs.

Our strategy is one of preventing war by making it self-evid

Our strategy is one of preventing war by making it self-evident to our enemies that they're going to get their clocks cleaned if they start one.

John W. Vessey, Jr.

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