It is not in the power of any man to command success; but you have done more — you have deserved it.
Letter to Benedict Arnold
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To err is nature, to rectify error is glory.
Comment, 1754; to William Payne
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Letter, 17 Aug 1779
I hope I shall always possess firmness and virtueenough to maintain what I consider the mostenviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.
Prosperity destroys fools and endangers the wise.