They shared many things in common, most importantly their devotion to science and people.
Ampère's devotion to, and skill with, experimental techniques anchored his science within the emerging fields of experimental physics.
"I have full confidence in your courage and devotion to duty and skill in battle". — General Dwight D. Eisenhower, in a message to troops before D-Day.
"Putting that same kind of love and devotion to acquire a skill to be helpful can last me the rest of my life and I feel like I'm connecting with people in an authentic way," he explained.
Then comes a devotion to refining technical skill, physical stamina and automotive knowledge, usually at the cost of weekend free time, thousands of dollars spent on gas and track fees, and sometimes even relationships (insiders say a disproportionate amount of drivers are divorced).
I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle.
Hell's devotion to unbridled rebellion over skill was what drove a wedge between him and Verlaine, and Hell left their second band together, Television, before they recorded an album.
By the mid-2000s hadhad established a reputation in the rock underground for his songwriting skill and devotion to do-it-yourself production methods, as well as for a sometimes belligerent stage manner.
Considered a "dynamic" leader and a "brilliant" pilot, Balmer was decorated with the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) for "great skill and devotion to duty" during "a varied tour of operations"; promulgated in the London Gazette on 18 April, the award citation further described him as "a most efficient squadron commander, whose keenness and zeal have set a fine example".
In addition to her dedication to accuracy, we will remember her for her love of the sciences, classical music, and East Hampton; her fierce debating skills; and devotion to needy animals.
A published author, she will be remembered for her powerful persona and intellect, her language, narrative and linguistic skills, her devotion to social service, vocational and educational programs in Israel, and especially for the profound impact she had on her children and her children's children.
