Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.

Discipline is the soul of an army.

We are not to expect perfection in this world; but mankind, in modern times, have apparently made some progress in the science of government.

Jealousy, and local policy mix too much in all our public councils for the good government of the Union. In a words, the confederation appears to me to be little more than a shadow without the substance . . . .

The thinking part of mankind do not form their judgment from events; and their equity will ever attach equal glory to those actions which deserve success, and those which have been crowned with it.

I can never think of promoting my convenience at the expense of a friend's interest and inclination.

I had always hoped that this land might become a safe and agreeable asylum to the virtuous and persecuted part of mankind, to whatever nation they might belong.