Armed Forces Day Quotes: Celebrating Our Heroes

Celebrate Armed Forces Day with heartfelt quotes honoring the bravery and dedication of our military heroes. These quotes are perfect for sharing on social media or in personal messages.

Armed Forces Day is a special day to honor the men and women who serve in the military, protecting our freedoms and keeping our country safe. 

Armed Forces Day Quotes

We have compiled a list of quotes of 200 quotes across 20 categories, each containing 10, to celebrate their bravery and dedication. 

These quotes are perfect for sharing on social media, writing in cards, or simply reflecting on the sacrifices made by our armed forces.

Patriotic Quotes for Armed Forces Day

1. “The patriot’s blood is the seed of Freedom’s tree.” – Thomas Campbell
2. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
3. “We sleep safely at night because rough men stand ready to visit violence on those who would harm us.” – Winston Churchill
4. “The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff Miller
5. “America without her soldiers would be like God without His angels.” – Claudia Pemberton
6. “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” – G.K. Chesterton
7. “Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” – Unknown
8. “Freedom is never free.” – Anonymous
9. “In valor, there is hope.” – Publius Cornelius Tacitus
10. “Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of readiness to die.” – G.K. Chesterton

Inspirational Quotes for Armed Forces Day

11. “It is not the strength of the body that counts, but the strength of the spirit.” – J.R.R. Tolkien
12. “We don’t know them all, but we owe them all.” – Unknown
13. “Soldiers can sometimes make decisions that are smarter than the orders they’ve been given.” – Orson Scott Card
14. “The brave die never, though they sleep in dust: Their courage nerves a thousand living men.” – Minot J. Savage
15. “The only easy day was yesterday.” – U.S. Navy SEALs
16. “It doesn’t take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.” – Norman Schwarzkopf
17. “When you go home, tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow, we gave our today.” – John Maxwell Edmonds
18. “Courage is fear holding on a minute longer.” – George S. Patton
19. “Bravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared half to death.” – Omar N. Bradley
20. “Fortune favors the brave.” – Terence

Thank You Quotes for Armed Forces Day

21. “Thank you for the sacrifices you and your family are making. Our nation is forever grateful.” – Unknown
22. “For your bravery, hard work, and dedication to our country, we thank you.” – Unknown
23. “We owe our World War II veterans – and all our veterans – a debt we can never fully repay.” – Doc Hastings
24. “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The Soldier is also a citizen. The highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of bearing arms for one’s country.” – George S. Patton Jr.
25. “There is nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.” – Gen. James H. Doolittle
26. “Thank you for defending our freedom.” – Unknown
27. “We are the home of the free because of the brave.” – Unknown
28. “To all those who have served, and those who continue to serve… Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
29. “With gratitude for your service to America on Armed Forces Day.” – Unknown
30. “Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you!” – Unknown

Motivational Quotes for Armed Forces Day

31. “He loves his country best who strives to make it best.” – Robert G. Ingersoll
32. “No guts, no glory.” – Major Gen. Frederick C. Blesse
33. “Duty, Honor, Country. Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
34. “Some goals are so worthy, it’s glorious even to fail.” – Unknown
35. “The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract.” – Abraham Lincoln
36. “The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his.” – Gen. George S. Patton
37. “Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.” – George Washington
38. “Victory usually goes to the army who has better-trained officers and men.” – Sun Tzu
39. “Never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never—in nothing, great or small, large or petty—never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense.” – Winston Churchill
40. “The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.” – Thomas Paine

Quotes Honoring Sacrifice on Armed Forces Day

41. “Their sacrifice was great, but not in vain. They live in our hearts, with us they remain.” – Unknown
42. “No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
43. “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” – John 15:13
44. “The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.” – Benjamin Disraeli
45. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” – Harry S. Truman
46. “The greatest glory of a free-born people is to transmit that freedom to their children.” – William Havard
47. “The brave die never, though they sleep in dust: Their courage nerves a thousand living men.” – Minot J. Savage
48. “We will always remember. We will always be proud. We will always be prepared, so we may always be free.” – Ronald Reagan
49. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
50. “They fell, but o’er their glorious grave, floats free the banner of the cause they died to save.” – Francis Marion Crawford

Quotes for Families of Armed Forces Members

51. “The families of our military men and women are a critical support network.” – General Richard Myers
52. “Behind every strong soldier, there is an even stronger family who stands by them, supports them, and loves them with all their heart.” – Unknown
53. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
54. “Families serve too.” – Unknown
55. “The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff Miller
56. “Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” – Billy Graham
57. “To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.” – Dr. Seuss
58. “Our nation owes a debt to its fallen heroes that we can never fully repay, but we can honor their sacrifice.” – Barack Obama
59. “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” – G.K. Chesterton
60. “To all the military families who make the sacrifice of staying behind while their loved ones serve, thank you.” – Unknown

Bravery Quotes for Armed Forces Day

61. “Bravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared half to death.” – Omar N. Bradley
62. “Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear.” – Mark Twain
63. “Valor grows by daring, fear by holding back.” – Publilius Syrus
64. “Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.” – John Wayne
65. “Bravery never goes out of fashion.” – William Makepeace Thackeray
66. “In war, there is no substitute for victory.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
67. “The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas A. Edison
68. “The future doesn’t belong to the fainthearted; it belongs to the brave.” – Ronald Reagan
69. “Bravery is not the absence of fear but action in the face of fear.” – Mark Messier
70. “True courage is not the brutal force of vulgar heroes, but the firm resolve of virtue and reason.” – Alfred North Whitehead

Quotes for Veterans on Armed Forces Day

71. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
72. “The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff Miller
73. “Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day.” – Charles B. Rangel
74. “Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a difference in the world. A veteran doesn’t have that problem.” – Ronald Reagan
75. “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The Soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of bearing arms for one’s country.” – George S. Patton Jr.
76. “Duty, Honor, Country. Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
77. “We don’t know them all, but we owe them all.” – Unknown
78. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
79. “Never was so much owed by so many to so few.” – Winston Churchill
80. “To our men and women in uniform, past, present, and future, God bless you and thank you.” – Unknown

Quotes for Fallen Heroes on Armed Forces Day

81. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” – Harry S. Truman
82. “For love of country, they accepted death.” – James A. Garfield
83. “The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.” – Benjamin Disraeli
84. “The brave die never, though they sleep in dust: Their courage nerves a thousand living men.” – Minot J. Savage
85. “We will always remember. We will always be proud. We will always be prepared, so we may always be free.” – Ronald Reagan
86. “The hero dead cannot expire: The dead still play their part.” – Charles Sangster
87. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
88. “They fell, but o’er their glorious grave, floats free the banner of the cause they died to save.” – Francis Marion Crawford
89. “No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
90. “To those who have given their lives for our freedom, we salute you.” – Unknown

Quotes from Military Leaders for Armed Forces Day

91. “It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men lived.” – Gen. George S. Patton
92. “The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his.” – Gen. George S. Patton
93. “Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of readiness to die.” – G.K. Chesterton
94. “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The Soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of bearing arms for one’s country.” – George S. Patton Jr.
95. “Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.” – George Washington
96. “Fortune favors the brave.” – Terence
97. “Victory usually goes to the army who has better-trained officers and men.” – Sun Tzu
98. “There is no greater calling than to serve your fellow men. There is no greater contribution than to help the weak. There is no greater satisfaction than to have done it well.” – Walter Reuther
99. “The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract.” – Abraham Lincoln
100. “We don’t rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training.” – Archilochus

Quotes for Armed Forces Day Celebrations

101. “Celebrate the brave, honor the sacrifice, and respect the service. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
102. “Today, we honor those who made a commitment to serve our country. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
103. “Let us celebrate our heroes, both past and present. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
104. “Join us in celebrating the bravery and dedication of our armed forces. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
105. “Today, we celebrate our heroes. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.” – Unknown
106. “Let us honor the courageous souls who protect our nation. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
107. “Celebrate freedom, celebrate bravery, celebrate our armed forces. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
108. “Today, we salute those who serve to protect our freedom. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown
109. “On this Armed Forces Day, we honor the heroes who defend our liberties.” – Unknown
110. “Celebrate our soldiers, their service, and their sacrifice. Happy Armed Forces Day!” – Unknown

Historical Quotes for Armed Forces Day

111. “The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.” – Thomas Jefferson
112. “Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
113. “Posterity, you will never know how much it has cost my generation to preserve your freedom. I hope you will make good use of it.” – John Quincy Adams
114. “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
115. “We sleep safely at night because rough men stand ready to visit violence on those who would harm us.” – Winston Churchill
116. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” – Harry S. Truman
117. “The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract.” – Abraham Lincoln
118. “It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men lived.” – Gen. George S. Patton
119. “No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur
120. “The patriot’s blood is the seed of Freedom’s tree.” – Thomas Campbell

Quotes for Social Media on Armed Forces Day

121. “Honoring all who served. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
122. “Thank you to the brave men and women who protect our freedom. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
123. “Freedom isn’t free. Today, we honor those who paid the price. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
124. “Join us in saluting the brave souls who serve our country. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
125. “Celebrate the courage and dedication of our armed forces. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
126. “On this Armed Forces Day, we remember and honor the brave. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
127. “To all who serve, thank you for your sacrifice. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
128. “We honor those who serve to keep us safe. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
129. “Saluting the heroes who defend our freedom. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown
130. “Proud to honor our armed forces today and every day. #ArmedForcesDay” – Unknown

Quotes for Military Families on Armed Forces Day

131. “To the families who stand by their soldiers, thank you.” – Unknown
132. “A family’s love and support is the backbone of a soldier’s strength.” – Unknown
133. “Military families make the greatest sacrifice. Thank you.” – Unknown
134. “The strength of a soldier is in the love and support of their family.” – Unknown
135. “Thank you to the families who sacrifice so much for our freedom.” – Unknown
136. “A soldier doesn’t fight alone; their family is with them every step of the way.” – Unknown
137. “Behind every soldier, there is a strong and loving family.” – Unknown
138. “Military families serve too. Thank you for your strength and support.” – Unknown
139. “To the families who sacrifice so much for our freedom, we salute you.” – Unknown
140. “The strength of our nation lies in the strength of our military families.” – Unknown

Quotes for Soldiers on Armed Forces Day

141. “A soldier doesn’t fight because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” – G.K. Chesterton
142. “The soldier’s heart, the soldier’s spirit, the soldier’s soul, are everything.” – Gen. George S. Patton
143. “A true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” – G.K. Chesterton
144. “Soldiers can sometimes make decisions that are smarter than the orders they’ve been given.” – Orson Scott Card
145. “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers.” – Gen. George S. Patton Jr.
146. “A soldier will fight long and hard for a bit of colored ribbon.” – Napoleon Bonaparte
147. “Soldiers usually win the battles and generals get the credit.” – Napoleon Bonaparte
148. “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers.” – George S. Patton Jr.
149. “Soldiers are not to be judged by their appearance.” – Sun Tzu
150. “The soldier’s heart, the soldier’s spirit, the soldier’s soul, are everything.” – George S. Patton

Quotes for Service Members on Armed Forces Day

151. “The service members who protect our freedoms deserve our utmost gratitude.” – Unknown
152. “To all who serve, thank you for your dedication and bravery.” – Unknown
153. “Service before self, dedication beyond measure.” – Unknown
154. “A nation is only as strong as the service members who defend it.” – Unknown
155. “For your service and sacrifice, we honor you.” – Unknown
156. “The strength of a nation lies in its service members.” – Unknown
157. “To those who serve and protect, thank you.” – Unknown
158. “Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.” – Unknown
159. “We are forever grateful for the service members who defend our freedom.” – Unknown
160. “For your courage and commitment, we honor you.” – Unknown

Quotes for Military Personnel on Armed Forces Day

161. “To all the military personnel who serve our country, thank you.” – Unknown
162. “Your bravery and dedication inspire us all.” – Unknown
163. “For your service and sacrifice, we honor you.” – Unknown
164. “The strength of our nation lies in the strength of our military personnel.” – Unknown
165. “Thank you for your commitment to our freedom and security.” – Unknown
166. “Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.” – Unknown
167. “To those who serve and protect, thank you.” – Unknown
168. “We are forever grateful for the military personnel who defend our freedom.” – Unknown
169. “For your courage and commitment, we honor you.” – Unknown
170. “To all the military personnel who serve our country, thank you.” – Unknown

Quotes for National Guard on Armed Forces Day

171. “The National Guard is America’s home team.” – Unknown
172. “Thank you to the National Guard for your service and sacrifice.” – Unknown
173. “For your dedication to our nation’s safety, we honor you.” – Unknown
174. “The National Guard stands ready to protect and serve.” – Unknown
175. “To the brave men and women of the National Guard, thank you.” – Unknown
176. “The National Guard is always ready, always there.” – Unknown
177. “For your service and sacrifice, we honor you.” – Unknown
178. “The National Guard: Defending our freedom and protecting our communities.” – Unknown
179. “Thank you to the National Guard for your commitment to our nation’s safety.” – Unknown
180. “The National Guard: Protecting our freedom, serving our nation.” – Unknown

Quotes for Reservists on Armed Forces Day

181. “Thank you to the Reservists who serve our country with dedication and bravery.” – Unknown
182. “For your commitment to our nation’s security, we honor you.” – Unknown
183. “Reservists are the backbone of our military strength.” – Unknown
184. “Thank you for your service and sacrifice.” – Unknown
185. “The strength of our nation lies in the dedication of our Reservists.” – Unknown
186. “For your courage and commitment, we honor you.” – Unknown
187. “Thank you to the Reservists who serve our country with dedication and bravery.” – Unknown
188. “The Reservists stand ready to protect and serve.” – Unknown
189. “For your dedication to our nation’s safety, we honor you.” – Unknown
190. “The Reservists: Always ready, always there.” – Unknown

Quotes for Coast Guard on Armed Forces Day

191. “The Coast Guard: Always ready to protect and serve.” – Unknown
192. “Thank you to the Coast Guard for your service and sacrifice.” – Unknown
193. “For your dedication to our nation’s safety, we honor you.” – Unknown
194. “The Coast Guard stands ready to protect our waters and our nation.” – Unknown
195. “To the brave men and women of the Coast Guard, thank you.” – Unknown
196. “The Coast Guard: Protecting our waters, serving our nation.” – Unknown
197. “For your service and sacrifice, we honor you.” – Unknown
198. “The Coast Guard: Defending our freedom and protecting our coasts.” – Unknown
199. “Thank you to the Coast Guard for your commitment to our nation’s safety.” – Unknown
200. “The Coast Guard: Protecting our freedom, serving our nation.” – Unknown

Conclusion 

By using these quotes, you can pay tribute to the bravery and dedication of the men and women who serve in our armed forces. 

Let us honor their service and remember their sacrifices this Armed Forces Day and every day.

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