The test of a people is what they can do when they're tired.

In Franklin Roosevelt there died the greatest American friend we have ever known - and the greatest champion of freedom who has ever brought help and comfort from the New World to the Old.

Let us reconcile ourselves to the mysterious rhythm of our destinies, such as they must be in this world of space and time.

Courage is the greatest virtue because it guarantees all the rest.

I trust and believe that this College, this seed that we have sown, will grow to shelter and nurture generations who may add most notably to the strength and happiness of our people, and to the knowledge and peaceful progress of the world. 'The mighty oak from an acorn towers; A tiny seed can fill a field with flowers.'

I have found in my experience of war, that plans are useless, but planning is invaluable.

Diplomacy is the art of telling plain truths without giving offense.