War stirs in men's hearts the mud of their worst instincts. It puts a premium on violence, nourishes hatred, and gives free rein to cupidity. It crushes the weak, exalts the unworthy, and bolsters tyranny .. .Time and time again it has destroyed all ordered living, devastated hope, and put the prophets to death.

Yes, it is Europe, from the Atlantic to the Urals, it is Europe, it is the whole of Europe, that will decide the fate of the world.

Silence is the ultimate weapon of power.

I cannot prevent the French from being French

Only peril can bring the French together. One can't impose unity out of the blue on a country that has 265 different kinds of cheese.

I have heard your views. They do not harmonize with mine. The decision is taken unanimously.

Deliberation is the work of many men. Action, of one alone.