143: Cecil Palmer

“Socialism is workable only in heaven where it isn’t needed, and in hell where they’ve got it.” —Cecil Palmer

Palmer was British, and fought in World War I. He was killed by a sniper during the Landing at Cape Helles. Really.

142: George S. Patton

“May God have mercy upon my enemies, because I sure as hell won’t.” —George S. Patton

False immodesty.

141: Pete Rose

“I’d walk through hell in a gasoline suit to play baseball.” —Pete Rose

OK, would you stop gambling? No? Then you’re not really dedicated to the game.