You were given the choice between war and dishonor. You chose dishonor and you will have war.
If two people agree on everything, one of them is unnecessary.
It's Never Over 'till it's over! Never Give Up! Never.
If you're going to walk through hell, keep going.
It is always wise to look ahead, but difficult to look further than you can see.
The is always much to be said for not attempting more than you can do and for making a certainty of what you try. But this principle, like others in life and war, has it exceptions.