Generally the officers of the army were indifferent whether the annexation [of Texas] was consummated or not; but not so all of them. For myself, I was bitterly opposed to the measure, and to this day regard the war, which resulted, as one of the most unjust ever waged by a stronger against a weaker nation. It was an instance of a republic following the bad example of European monarchies, in not considering justice in their desire to acquire additional territory.
Ulysses S. GrantI never wanted to get out of a place as much as I did to get out of the presidency.
Ulysses S. GrantIt is men who wait to be selected, and not those who seek, from whom we may expect the most efficient service.
Ulysses S. Grant