In war, mere appearances have had all the effect of realities; and that a person, under a firm persuasion that he can command resources, virtually has them; that very prospect inspiring him with hope and boldness in his exertions.

Nowhere are our calculations more frequently upset than in war.

Toil and pleasure, in their natures opposite, are yet linked together in a kind of necessary connection.

Envy is blind. -Caeca invidia est

There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.

A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.

Those ills are easiest to bear with which we are most familiar.