Quotes & anectdotes from the wise, the foolish, the courageous & the drunk

Jacqueline Cochran Pilot

  • Gender: Female
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: May 11, 1906
  • Died: Aug 9, 1980

Lt. Col Jacqueline Cochran was a pioneer in the field of American aviation, considered to be one of the most gifted racing pilots of her generation. She was an important contributor to the formation of the wartime Women's Auxiliary Army Corps and Women Airforce Service Pilots.

It comes with faith, for with complete faith there is no fear of what faces you in life or death. death, faith & fear

I have found adventure in flying, in world travel, in business, and even close at hand... Adventure is a state of mind - and spirit. travel

I might have been born in a hovel but I am determined to travel with the wind and the stars. travel

St. Patrick's Day March 17, 2025

There is no language like the Irish for soothing and quieting. 3 other quotes from John Millington Synge

3 other quotes from John Millington Synge

Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy. 28 quotes from William Butler Yeats

28 quotes from William Butler Yeats

Geographically, Ireland is a medium-sized rural island that is slowly but steadily being consumed by sheep. 27 quotes from Dave Barry

27 quotes from Dave Barry

We have always found the Irish a bit odd. They refuse to be English. 74 wisdom & wit from Winston Churchill

74 wisdom & wit from Winston Churchill