The Army (considering the irritable state it is in, its suffering and composition) is a dangerous instrument to play with.
George WashingtonOur country's honor calls upon us for a vigorous and manly exertion; and if we now shamefully fail, we shall become infamous to the whole world.
George WashingtonThe Commander in Chief directs that Divine service be performed every Sunday at 11 o'clock...It is expected that officers of all ranks will by their attendance set an example to their men.
George WashingtonI conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
George WashingtonI wish the constitution, which is offered, had been made more perfect; but I sincerely believe it is the best that could be obtained at this time. And, as a constitutional door is opened for amendment hereafter, the adoption of it, under the present circumstances of the Union, is in my opinion desirable.
George Washington