Laws which are consistent in theory often prove chaotic in practice.

The first virtue in a soldier is endurance of fatigue; courage is only the second virtue.

Audacity succeeds as often as it fails; in life it has an even chance.

Two armies are two bodies which meet and try to frighten each other.

Nothing is more difficult, and therefore more precious, than to be able to decide.

If they want peace, nations should avoid the pin-pricks that precede cannon shots.

It's the unconquerable soul of man, and not the nature of the weapon he uses, that ensures victory