Maxioms by George Washington
A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that action, not words, are the true criterion of the read more
A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that action, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment to friends; and that the most liberal professions of good-will are very far from being the surest marks of it
To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving the peace.
To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving the peace.
'Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world.
'Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world.
On April 30, 1789, George Washington, standing on the balcony of Federal Hall on Wall Street in New York, took read more
On April 30, 1789, George Washington, standing on the balcony of Federal Hall on Wall Street in New York, took his oath of office as the first President of the United States. Of this he wrote to James Madison: As the first of every thing, in our situation will serve to establish a Precedent, it is devoutly wished on my part, that these precedents may be fixed on true principles.
Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable, procures success to the weak, and esteem to read more
Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable, procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.
