In war one must lean on an obstacle in order to overcome it.

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

America is a fortunate country. She grows by the follies of our European nations.

All the great captains have performed vast achievements by conforming with the rules of art--by adjusting efforts to obstacles.

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

There is only one thing in this world, and that is to keep acquiring money and more money, power and more power. All the rest is meaningless.

I can no longer obey; I have tasted command, and I cannot give it up.