The French complain of everything, and always.

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

Courage is like love; it must have hope for nourishment.

I have seen only yoU, I have admired only yoU, I desire only You

It is often in the audacity, in the steadfastness, of the general that the safety and the conservation of his men is found.

A great reserve and severity of manners are necessary for the command of those who are older than ourselves.

Democracy may become frenzied, but it has feelings and can be moved. As for aristocracy, it is always cold and never forgives.