This is a war of the unknown warriors; but let all strive without failing in faith or in duty, and the dark curse of Hitler will be lifted from our age.

Men often stumble onto the truth but then quickly dust themselves off and hurry away.

No sky is heavy if the heart be light

It is a good thing to stand away from the canvas from time to time and take a full view of the picture.

This is no war of chieftains or of princes, of dynasties or national ambition; it is a war of peoples and of causes. There are vast numbers, not only in this Island but in every land, who will render faithful service in this war, but whose names will never be known, whose deeds will never be recorded. This is a War of the Unknown Warriors

Some people did not like this ceremonious style. But after all when you have to kill a man it costs nothing to be polite.

I have always had a curious nature; I enjoy learning, but I dislike being taught.