At the time, though, the U.S. was still in a depression, and I doubt that either founder expected a war that would be great for their business.

This is why my favorite Goethe quote is: "Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it. Action has magic, grace and power in it."

Oops! Turns out this quote isn't by Goethe after all but by W.H. Murray. Check it out: (http://german.about.com/library/blgermyth12.htm). The original quote which this one is based on was “Now at last let me see some deeds!” which is a line from Faust... :-)

Faust... that worked out well. ;p

Wow, that quote should be mandatory for everyone thinking about becoming an entrepreneur. Getting started is toughest hurdle to cross for most people...