Men Are Only Clever At Shifting Blame

He Is Truly A Man Who Will Not Permit Himself To Be Unduly Elated When Fortune's Breeze Is Favorable, Or Cast Down When It Is Adverse.

In War, Mere Appearances Have Had All The Effect Of Realities; And That A Person, Under A Firm Persuasion That He Can Command Resources, Virtually Has Them; That Very Prospect Inspiring Him With Hope And Boldness In His Exertions.

Rome Has Grown Since Its Humble Beginnings That It Is Now Overwhelmed By Its Own Greatness.

Present Sufferings Seem Far Greater To Men Than Those They Merely Dread.

Persevere In Virtue And Diligence.