Quotes from George Washington
Some day, following the example of the United States of America, there will be a United States of Europe.
- George Washington
It will be found an unjust and unwise jealousy to deprive a man of his natural liberty upon the supposition he may abuse it.
- George Washington
An aching head and trembling limbs, which are the inevitable effects of drinking, disincline the hands from work.
- George Washington
Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
- George Washington
The Independence and Liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts, of common dangers, sufferings and successes.
- George Washington
The foundation of a great Empire is laid, and I please myself with a persuasion, that Providence will not leave its work imperfect.
- George Washington
Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgment to others with modesty.
- George Washington
In general I esteem it a good maxim, that the best way to preserve the confidence of the people durably is to promote their true interest
- George Washington
I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
- George Washington
True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation.
- George Washington
Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.
- George Washington
My death has not yet quite arrived, but it is near and inevitable as night follows day.
- George Washington