Arthur Wellesley

Military Duke British-Irish 1769 – 1852

Duke of Wellington; defeated Napoleon and became British Prime Minister.

371 quotes

"The weight of command is the burden of conscience."
Leadership
"I have found that inspiration comes from within, not without."
Inspiration
"One must be willing to sacrifice for the greater good."
"I have always believed that adversity builds character."
Perseverance
"The pursuit of knowledge has no end; only commitment changes."
Knowledge
"I have learned that power without principle is tyranny."
Power
"A true friend is worth more than a hundred acquaintances."
Friendship
"I have always found that music elevates the human spirit."
Music
"The health of the mind depends upon the health of the body."
Health
"I have never forgotten the lessons taught by adversity."
Wisdom
"One must never underestimate the power of belief."
Faith
"I have found that the greatest adventures are internal."
Adventure
"A nation's strength is measured by the character of its people."
Strength
"I have always valued integrity above reputation."
Truth
"The pursuit of happiness is often the path to misery."
Happiness
"I have learned that creativity flourishes in constraint."
Creativity
"One must never mistake knowledge for wisdom."
Wisdom
"I have found that purpose gives meaning to struggle."
Motivation
"A man's freedom is measured by his responsibility."
Freedom
"I have always believed that death is not an end, but a transition."
Death
"The pursuit of perfection often leads to disappointment."
Wisdom
"I have never regretted standing for what I believed."
Courage
"One must be willing to learn from anyone, regardless of station."
Education
"I have found that gratitude transforms hardship into wisdom."
Gratitude
"A leader's greatest strength is the loyalty of his people."
Leadership
"I have always preferred honest criticism to false praise."
Truth
"The greatest power lies in the control of one's own mind."
Strength
"I have learned that hope is the anchor of the soul."
Hope
"One must never confuse comfort with peace."
Peace
"I have found that true strength is revealed in moments of weakness."
Strength