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

The most desirable quality in a soldier is constancy in the support of fatigue; valor is only secondary.

The herd seek out the great, not for their sake but for their influence; and the great welcome them out of vanity or need.

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

If you know a country's geography, you can understand and predict its foreign policy.

There are only two forces that unite men - fear and interest. All great revolutions originate in fear, for the play of interests does not lead to accomplishment.

It is cowardice to commit suicide.