I would rather die a thousand deaths than surrender.

In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength.

The dominant party cannot reign forever, and truth and justice will prevail at last.

We cannot afford to be idle, and though weaker than our opponents in men and military equipments, must endeavor to harass, if we cannot destroy them.

The enemy is here, and if we do not whip him, he will whip us.

A man may manifest and communicate his joy, but he should conceal and smother his grief as much as possible.

Live in the world you inhabit. Look upon things as they are. Take them as you find them. Make the best of them. Turn them to your advantage.