Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
GEORGE WASHINGTONI’ll die on my feet before I’ll live on my knees!
More George Washington Quotes
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Of all the animosities which have existed among mankind, those which are caused by a difference of sentiments in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought most to be deprecated.
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Wisdom and good examples are necessary at this time to rescue the political machine from the impending storm.
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The hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend.
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I’ll die on my feet before I’ll live on my knees!
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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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A small knowledge of human nature will convince us, that, with far the greatest part of mankind, interest is the governing principle; and that almost every man is more or less, under its influence.
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Make sure you are doing what God wants you to do – then do it with all your strength.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
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A man ought not to value himself of his achievements or rare qualities of wit, much less of his riches, virtue or kindred.
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To persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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A bad war is fought with a good mind.
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Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.
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If the cause is advanced, indifferent is it to me where or in what quarter it happens.
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A sensible woman can never be happy with a fool.
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