We failed, but in the good providence of God apparent failure often proves a blessing.

I believe I may so, looking into my own heart, and speaking as in the presence of God, that I have never know one moment of bitterness or resentment.

Lee tells his troops. After four years of arduous service marked by unsurpassed courage and fortitude the Army of Northern Virginia has been compelled to yield to overwhelming numbers and resources.

It is easier to make our wishes conform to our means than to make our means conform to our wishes.

I can only say that I am nothing but a poor sinner, trusting in Christ alone for salvation.

There is no more dangerous experiment than that of undertaking to be one thing before a man's face and another behind his back.

We have but one rule here, and that is that every student must be a gentleman.