War means fighting. The business of the soldier is to fight. ... To move swiftly, strike vigorously, and secure all the fruits of victory is the secret of successful war.

I like liquor - its taste and its effects - and that is just the reason why I never drink it.

Who could not conquer with such troops as these?

We must make this campaign an exceedingly active one. Only thus can a weaker country cope with a stronger; it must make up in activity what it lacks in strength.

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

My men have sometimes failed to take a position, but to defend one, never!

My religious belief teaches me to feel as safe in battle as in bed. God has fixed the time for my death. I do not concern myself about that, but to be always ready, no matter when it may overtake me.