Our movement was a great success; I think the most successful military movement of my life. But I expect to receive more credit for it than I deserve. Most men will think I planned it all from the first; but it was not so. I simply took advantage of circumstances as they were presented to me in the providence of God. I feel that His hand led me - let us give Him the glory.

Arms is a profession that, if its principles are adhered to for success, requires an officer do what he fears may be wrong, and yet, according to military experience, must be done, if success is to be attained.

Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy, if possible.

Who could not conquer with such troops as these?

Under divine blessing, we must rely on the bayonet when firearms cannot be furnished

I am more afraid of King Alcohol than of all the bullets of the enemy.

Through life let your principal object be the discharge of duty.