Tag: Robert E. Lee
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A Union that can only be maintained by swords and bayonets has no charm for me. If the Union is dissolved and government disrupted, I shall return to my native state and share the miseries of my people, and save in defense will draw my sword on none.
Robert E. Lee
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We have fought this fight as long, and as well as we know how. We have been defeated. For us as a Christian people, there is now but one course to pursue. We must accept the situation.
Robert E. Lee
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I have been up to see the Congress and they do not seem to be able to do anything except to eat peanuts and chew tobacco, while my army is starving.
Robert E. Lee
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We failed, but in the good providence of God apparent failure often proves a blessing.
Robert E. Lee
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I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity.
Robert E. Lee
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The education of a man is never completed until he dies.
Robert E. Lee
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The devil’s name is dullness.
Robert E. Lee
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We should live, act, and say nothing to the injury of anyone. It is not only best as a matter of principle, but it is the path to peace and honor.
Robert E. Lee
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I like whiskey. I always did, and that is why I never drink it.
Robert E. Lee
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In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength.
Robert E. Lee