Amassing of wealth is an opportunity for good deeds, not hubris

Indeed men too often take upon themselves in the prosecution of their revenge to set the example of doing away with those general laws to which all can look for salvation in adversity, instead of allowing them to subsist against the day of danger when their aid may be required

For men naturally despise those who court them, but respect those who do not give way to them.

Remember that this greatness was won by men with courage, with knowledge of their duty, and with a sense of honor in action.

Abstinence from all injustice to other first-rate powers is a greater tower of strength than anything that can be gained by the sacrifice of permanent tranquillity for an apparent temporary advantage.

The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding go out to meet it.

The strength of an Army lies in strict discipline and undeviating obedience to its officers.