I could not tread these perilous paths in safety, if I did not keep a saving sense of humor.

To do nothing was disgraceful; therefore I made use of my understanding.

First gain the victory and then make the best use of it you can.

My love is founded on esteem, the only foundation that can make the passion last.

England expects every man to do his duty

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.

Let me alone: I have yet my legs and one arm. Tell the surgeon to make haste and his instruments. I know I must lose my right arm, so the sooner it's off the better.