Almighty God, we make our earnest prayer that thou wilt keep the United States in thy holy protection.

Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.

Every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more, that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it will be welcome.

[T]he hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend. Remember officers and Soldiers, that you are Freemen, fighting for the blessings of Liberty - that slavery will be your portion, and that of your posterity, if you do not acquit yourselves like men.

Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.

As a very important source of strength and security, cherish public credit.

The best way to have peace is to always be prepared to fight a way.