The peace often, sometimes perhaps the liberty, of Nations has been the victim.
GEORGE WASHINGTONWe have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
More George Washington Quotes
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A sensible woman can never be happy with a fool.
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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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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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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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If the cause is advanced, indifferent is it to me where or in what quarter it happens.
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I had hoped that liberal and enlightened thought would have reconciled the Christians so that their religious fights would not endanger the peace of Society.
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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 conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Experience has taught us, that men will not adopt and carry into execution measures best calculated for their own good, without the intervention of a coercive power.
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Citizens by birth or choice of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections.
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Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?
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