Quote by: Oliver North

In uniform, I had to make judgments about the best course of action in combat when the only choices were 'bad' or 'worse.' As a member of the media, I only had to decide how to get the best 'shot' - preferably without getting shot.


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Author Bio


  • NameOliver North
  • DescriptionUS Marine Corps lieutenant colonel, claimed partial responsibility for clandestinely selling weapons to Iran and channeling profits to Contras in Nicaragua
  • BornOctober 7, 1943
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionColumnist; Officer; Radio Host
  • AwardsBronze Star Medal; Purple Heart; Silver Star