There never was a time when, in my opinion, some way could not be found to prevent the drawing of the sword.
ULYSSES S. GRANTI pity them and the nation dependent on such for its existence. I am thankful, however that, though such people make a great noise, the masses are not like them.
More Ulysses S. Grant Quotes
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I suffer the mortification of seeing myself attacked right and left by people at home professing patriotism and love of country who never heard the whistle of a hostile bullet.
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In every battle there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.
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I know only two tunes: one of them is ‘Yankee Doodle’, and the other isn’t.
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If you see the President, tell him from me that whatever happens there will be no turning back.
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I have never advocated war except as a means of peace.
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Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions.
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No other terms than unconditional and immediate surrender. I propose to move immediately upon your works.
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Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor.
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If men make war in slavish obedience to rules, they will fail.
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I appreciate the fact, and am proud of it, that the attentions I am receiving are intended more for our country than for me personally.
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Leave the matter of religion to the family altar, the church, and the private school, supported entirely by private contributions. Keep the church and state forever separate.
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The art of war is simple enough. Find out where your enemy is. Get at him as soon as you can. Strike him as hard as you can, and keep moving on.
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I have nothing to do with opinions. I deal only with armed rebellion and its aiders and abettors.
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Let us have peace.
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I know no method to secure the repeal of bad or obnoxious laws so effective as their stringent execution.
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