Ron Kovic Quotes

Film writer

Ron Kovic is an American film writer, born on July 4, 1946. He is known for his personal experiences in the Vietnam War and his contributions to the peace movement.

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Famous Ron Kovic Quotes

“We who have witnessed the obscenity of war and experienced its horror and terrible consequences have an obligation to rise above our pain and suffering and turn the tragedy of our lives into a triumph.”

War Pain Suffering Turns Our Lives Terrible Horror Consequence Tragedy Obligation Triumph Rise Above Pain And Suffering Obscenity

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“I have come to believe there is nothing in the lives of human beings more terrifying than war and nothing more important than for those of us who have experienced it to share its awful truth.”

Believe Humans Important War Human Beings Share Awful

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“War is not the answer. Violence is not the solution. A more peaceful world is possible.”

World War Answers Violence Solutions Peaceful Peaceful World

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“I am the living death, a Memorial Day on wheels. I am your Yankee Doodle Dandy, your John Wayne come home, your Fourth of July firecracker exploding in the grave.”

Home Graves Wheels Coming Home Fourth Yankees Memorial July Memorial Day Wayne Exploding Dandy Firecracker Yankee Fans

Book:Born on the Fourth of July: 40th Anniversary Edition

Source: Born on the Fourth of July: 40th Anniversary Edition

“I served two tours of duty in Vietnam. I won the Bronze Star. I won the Purple Heart.”

Heart Two Stars Duty Vietnam Purple Bronze Purple Heart

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“People say that if you don't love America, then get the hell out. Well, I love America.”

People Ifs Wells America Hell

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About the Author

Born: July 4, 1946
Known for: Film writer
Quotes: 6

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Born on the Fourth of July: 40th Anniversary EditionRelated source material

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