The first quality of the commander-in-chief is a cool head to receive a correct impression of things. He should not allow himself to be confused by either good or bad news.

If I had to choose a religion, the sun as the universal giver of life would be my god.

Obedience to public authority ought not to be based either on ignorance or stupidity.

History is written by the winners.

Power is my mistress. I have worked too hard at her conquest to allow anyone to take her away from me.

Give me a man with a good allowance of nose,... when I want any good head-work done I choose a man - provided his education has been suitable - with a long nose.

Never tell your enemy he is doing the wrong thing.