The greatest ornament of an illustrious life is modesty and humility, which go a great way in the character even of the most exalted princes.

They wanted me to be a Washington.

In war, as in prostitution, amateurs are often better than professionals.

The fool has one great advantage over a man of sense; he is always satisfied with himself.

Die young, and I shall accept your death-but not if you have lived without glory, without being useful to your country, without leaving a trace of your existence: for that is not to have lived at all.

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

Champagne! In victory, one deserves it; in defeat one needs it.