Kinship among nations is not determined in such measurements as proximity of size and age. Rather we should turn to those inner things - call them what you will - I mean those intangibles that are the real treasures free men possess.

The people of the world genuinely want peace. Some day the leaders of the world are going to have to give in and give, it to them.

You did not tell me what you are doing athletically just now but I do hope that if your arm comes along next spring you can get it in good shape to try out for the pitching spot on the varsity. However, if you don't make it then I suggest you take up golf which after all is the best game of all of them.

Do not needlessly endanger your lives until I give you the signal.

Public opinion wins wars.

We are tired of aristocratic explanations in Harvard words.

Every battle is going to surprise you. No plan ever survives contact with the enemy.