Treat every Frenchman as if he was the devil himself.

Never break the neutrality of a port or place, but never consider as neutral any place from whence an attack is allowed to be made.

Duty is the great business of a sea officer; all private considerations must give way to it, however painful it may be.

When I came to explain to them the 'Nelson Touch', it was like an electric shock. Some shed tears, all approved - 'It was new - it was singular - it was simple!'.

My greatest happiness is to serve my gracious King and Country and I am envious only of glory; for if it be a sin to covet glory I am the most offending soul alive.

There can be no place for self entirely

I am of the opinion that the boldest measures are the safest.