Boy Scout Troops

Famous quotes containing the words boy, scout and/or troops:

    “Charles Eastman: There’s always a place at the plant for a boy like that.
    Mrs. Eastman: But what are we going to do about him socially?
    Earl Eastman: That’s easy. We can all leave town.”
    —Michael Wilson (1914–1978)

    “Simone Clouseau: Jacques would make a wonderful father. He has many redeeming qualities, you know.
    Sir Charles: Name one.
    Simone Clouseau: Oh, he’s kind, loyal, faithful, obedient.
    Sir Charles: You’re either married to a boy scout or a dachshund.”
    —Blake Edwards (b. 1922)

    “A general is just as good or just as bad as the troops under his command make him.”
    —Douglas MacArthur (1880–1964)