George Washington Quotes
1732 – 1799
First President of the United States and commander of the Continental Army.
24 quotesAbout George Washington on Wikipedia
“Every post is honorable in which a man can serve his country.”
“The fate of unborn millions will now depend, under God, on the courage and conduct of this army.”
“Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.”
“Arbitrary power is most easily established on the ruins of liberty abused to licentiousness.”
“Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.”
“All see, and most admire, the glare which hovers round the external trappings of elevated office.”
“To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.”
“Rise early, that by habit it may become familiar, agreeable, healthy, and profitable.”
“It is infinitely better to have a few good men than many indifferent ones.”
“I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations in examples of justice and liberality.”
“Observe good faith and justice towards all Nations; cultivate peace and harmony with all.”
“It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government.”
