Ronald Reagan actually said...

In war, indeed, there can be no substitute for victory.

Duty, honor, country are three hallowed words that reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, and what you will be.

What you've done is make this country a happier place and, I think, speaking for all of us, it's deeply appreciated.

Nobody grows old by merely living a number of years. People grow old by deserting their ideals.