“Having now finished the work assigned me, I retire from the great theatre of Action; and bidding an Affectionate farewell to this August body under whose orders I have so long acted, I here offer my Commission, and take my leave of all the employments of public life. (Address to Congress on Resigning Commission Dec 23, 1783)”

George Washington

“Those who have committed no faults want no pardon. We are only defending what we deem our indisputable rights.”

George Washington

“If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it; if we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity, it must be known, that we are at all times ready for War.”

George Washington

“Unhappy it is, though, to reflect that a brother's sword has been sheathed in a brother's breast and that the once-happy plains of America are either to be drenched with blood or inhabited by slaves. Sad alternative! But can a virtuous man hesitate in his choice?”

George Washington

“The government of the United States is not, in any sense, founded on the Christian religion. John Adams, U.S. President”

George Washington

“Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all”

George Washington

“It is better to be alone than in bad company”

George Washington

“A knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.”

George Washington

“Gentlemen, you will permit me to put on my spectacles, for, I have grown not only gray, but almost blind in the service of my country.

George Washington

“It is far better to be alone, than to be in bad company.”

George Washington

“Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?”

George Washington

“Of Congress, "party disputes and personal quarrels are the great business of the day whilst the momentous concerns of an empire...are but secondary considerations," that "business of a trifling nature and personal concernment withdraws their attention from matters of great national moment.”

George Washington

“Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.”

George Washington

“Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.”

George Washington

“To encourage literature and the arts is a duty which every good citizen owes to his country.”

George Washington


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