I don't underrate the value of military knowledge, but if men make war in slavish obedience to rules, they will fail.

Really, Mr. Lincoln, I have had enough of this show business.

The fact is I think I am a verb instead of a personal pronoun. A verb is anything that signifies to be; to do; or to suffer. I signify all three.

The most confident critics are generally those who know the least about the matter criticized.

There are but few important events in the affairs of men brought about by their own choice.

The Southern rebellion was largely the outgrowth of the Mexican war. Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions. We got our punishment in the most sanguinary and expensive war of modern times.

Venice would be a fine city if it were only drained.