Ulysses S. Grant Quotes

Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted for all the progress made in true civilization and to this we must look as our guide in the future.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasio... -Ulysses S. Grant

Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
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This quote asserts that honest work or labor does not bring shame or dishonor to individuals, but acknowledges that there are some men who bring disgrace upon themselves through their behavior or attitudes towards work.

The art of war is simple enough. Find out where your enemy is. Get at him as soon as you can. Strike him as hard as you can, and keep moving on.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
I have never advocated war except as a means of pe... -Ulysses S. Grant

I have never advocated war except as a means of peace.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
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This quote expresses the view that war should only be pursued as a last resort or as a means to achieve a peaceful resolution. It implies that war, when carefully considered and justified, can be employed to restore peace and justice in certain circumstances.

Leave the matter of religion to the family altar, the church, and the private school, supported entirely by private contributions. Keep the church and state forever separate.

Ulysses S. Grant , President

I suffer the mortification of seeing myself attacked right and left by people at home professing patriotism and love of country who never heard the whistle of a hostile bullet. I pity them and the nation dependent on such for its existence. I am thankful, however that, though such people make a great noise, the masses are not like them.

Ulysses S. Grant , President

The friend in my adversity I shall always cherish most. I can better trust those who helped to relieve the gloom of my dark hours than those who are so ready to enjoy with me the sunshine of my prosperity.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
Let us have peace.... -Ulysses S. Grant

Let us have peace.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
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The quote is an appeal or invitation to embrace peace. It suggests a collective desire and call for peaceful coexistence and resolution of conflicts. It conveys a plea to prioritize peace and harmony over discord and strife.

I have made it a rule of my life to trust a man long after other people gave him up, but I don't see how I can ever trust any human being again.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
If men make war in slavish obedience to rules, the... -Ulysses S. Grant

If men make war in slavish obedience to rules, they will fail.

Ulysses S. Grant , President
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This quote asserts that rigidly adhering to rules and regulations in war can lead to failure. It implies that success in warfare requires flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to think beyond established conventions, as strictly following rules may limit strategic options.

In every battle there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.

Ulysses S. Grant , President

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