Chesty Puller was a highly decorated United States Marine Corps officer who served in various conflicts including World War II and the Korean War. He was born in West Point, Virginia in 1898 and joined the Marines in 1918.

Puller became famous for his leadership and bravery in combat, earning five Navy Crosses, the second-highest military decoration awarded by the U.S. Navy.Puller is considered a legendary figure in the Marine Corps, and his legacy still inspires generations of Marines to this day.

He was known for his tough and aggressive leadership style, as well as his deep concern for the welfare of his men. Puller's leadership and fighting spirit helped turn the tide in some of the toughest battles of the Korean War.Puller is also known for his colorful and inspiring quotes, many of which have become part of Marine Corps lore. Some of his most famous quotes include:

"We've been looking for the enemy for some time now. We've finally found him. We're surrounded. That simplifies things." "All right, they're on our left, they're on our right, they're in front of us, they're behind us... they can't get away this time." "We've been kicked around for so long, I figure it's time we started kicking back." "We've got them right where we want them. We can shoot in every direction now."Puller's leadership and his famous quotes have become an integral part of Marine Corps culture and continue to inspire Marines to this day.

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