The only true rule for cavalry is to follow the enemy as long as he retreats.

I am more anxious than I can express that my men should be not only good soldiers of their country, but also good soldiers of the cross.

We are all but instruments of God.

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

Don't say it's impossible! Turn your command over to the next officer. If he can't do it, I'll find someone who can, even if I have to take him from the ranks!

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

Sir! Men who desert their comrades in war deserve to be shot! And Officers who intrude for them deserve to be hung!