[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.
George WashingtonWhere is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation deserts the oaths . . . ?
George WashingtonWe must take care always to keep ourselves, by suitable establishments, in a respectable defensive posture.
George WashingtonHarmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
George Washington