We lost the American colonies because we lacked the statesmanship to know the right time and the manner of yielding what is impossible to keep.

There are long periods when life seems a small, dull round, a petty business with no point, and then suddenly we are caught up in some great event which gives us a glimpse of the solid and durable foundations of our existence.

The upward course of a nation's history is due in the long run to the soundness of heart of its average men and women

I cannot lead you into battle. I do not give you laws or administer justice but I can do something else - I can give my heart and my devotion to these old islands and to all the peoples of our brotherhood of nations.

True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.

This new power, which has proved itself to be such a terrifying weapon of destruction, is harnessed for the first time for the common good of our community.

They are not royal. They just happen to have me as their aunt.