They envy the distinction I have won; let them therefore, envy my toils, my honesty, and the methods by which I gained it.

In battle it is the cowards who run the most risk; bravery is a rampart of defense.

It is a law of human nature that in victory even the coward may boast of his prowess, while defeat injures the reputation even of the brave.

Every bad precedent originated as a justifiable measure.

In my opinion, he only may be truly said to live and enjoy his being who is engaged in some laudable pursuit, and acquires a name by some illustrious action, or useful art.