In imperialism nothing fails like success. If the conqueror oppresses his subjects, they will become fanatical patriots, and sooner or later have their revenge; if he treats them well, and governs them for their good, they will multiply faster than their rulers, till they claim their independence.

In dealing with Englishmen you can be sure of one thing only, that the logical solution will not be adopted.

Let us remember, when we are inclined to be disheartened, that the private soldier is a poor judge of the fortunes of a great battle.

A good government remains the greatest of human blessings and no nation has ever enjoyed it.

Patriotism varies, from a noble devotion to a moral lunacy.

Faith always contains an element of risk, of venture; and we are impelled to make the venture by the affinity and attraction which we feel in ourselves.

The modern world belongs to the half-educated, a rather difficult class, because they do not realize how little they know.