“Atatürk was not in favour of entering the First World War so long as it was not clear how the situation would develop. He was in favour of avoiding hasty decisions, of waiting, of seizing favourable opportunities, of choosing the most suitable time and side, depending on military developments, if a decision was to be made to enter the war, and, in any case, of ensuring beforehand the best conditions for our existence and interests.” PoliticsLeadershipTurkish History Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey
“Although largely unnoticed by the Allies, and still not well known in his own country, Mustafa Kemal had come out of the war in charge of the longest front held by the Ottoman armed forces. He was only 37, and still a Brigadier. But his professional reputation was high among Turkish commanders. True, they knew him as a difficult man to work with. He was ambitious and wilful. He had strong political views, and played politics to get his way. He was convinced he knew best. But then he usually did, for he had good sense, a rare quality in a world that had torn itself to pieces.” PoliticsLeadershipSoldierTurkish History Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey
“Let’s be courageous in the matter of women. Let’s forget fear. Let’s adorn their minds with serious knowledge and science. Let’s teach chastity in a healthy, scientific way. Let’s give top priority to giving women honour and dignity.” SciencePoliticsWoman S Rights Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey