Latin quote?
Ed Olmstead
EdOlmstead at ofpcinc.com
Wed Mar 2 18:24:15 PST 2011
Illegitimi non carborundum is a mock-Latin aphorism meaning "Don't let the
bastards grind you down".
The phrase originated during World War II. Lexicographer Eric Partridge
attributes it to British army intelligence very early in the war (using the
plural dative/ablative illegitimis). The phrase was adopted by US Army
general "Vinegar" Joe Stillwell as his motto during the war.[1] It was later
further popularized in the US by 1964 presidential candidate Barry
Goldwater.
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Over the years, at least two people from this community have given a quote
in Latin. One, Bob Stockler, is deceased. I can't remember who the other
was. Possibly JP? Maybe Bill Vermillion? Not sure.
I'm wanting the Latin phrase that translated to, "Don't let the bastards
wear you down."
Anyone know and remember that of which I speak?
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