Here we are nearly on lockdown in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. Many public health experts are advising us to “shelter in place” or quarantine or avoid social contact. Then we have conservative pundits such as Glenn Beck saying it’s better to die from the virus than to “kill the country”. Hmm, dying for a cause….seems like a very noble gesture. Let’s hear what General George S. Patton, thought to be one of the greatest field commanders in the 20th century, had to say on the matter.

As part of this scene, performed and delivered expertly by Academy Award Winner (and noted award refuser) George C. Scott, Patton also addresses the concerns that some may not have the courage to do battle. Take note and heed his advice anytime you may think you’re not mentally equipped to fight back.