Where some states possess an army, the Prussian Army possesses a state.
Nothing could be smarter, more splendid, more brilliant, better drawn up than two armies. Trumpets, fifes, hautboys, drums, cannons, formed a harmony such as never been heard in hell.
Those who can be made to believe absurdities can be made to commit atrocities.
To announce truths is an infallible receipt for being persecuted.
A woman can keep one secret the secret of her age.
the women are never at a loss, God provides for them, let us run.