I cannot, if I am in the field of glory, be kept out of sight: wherever there is anything to be done, there Providence is sure to direct my steps.
I am of the opinion that the boldest measures are the safest.
Something must be left to chance; nothing is certain in a sea fight
Frigates are the eyes of a fleet.
My character and good name are in my own keeping. Life with disgrace is dreadful. A glorious death is to be envied.
I could not tread these perilous paths in safety, if I did not keep a saving sense of humor.