Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
GEORGE WASHINGTONExperience teaches us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession.
More George Washington Quotes
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If we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
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Things in life will not always run smoothly. Sometimes we will be rising toward the heights—then all will seem to reverse itself and start downward.
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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
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Man is the religious animal.
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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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The nation which indulges toward another a habitual hatred or a habitual fondness is in some degree a slave.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to appellation.
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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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A bad war is fought with a good mind.
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We should not look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dearly bought experience.
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