Benedict Arnold

Military General, Traitor American 1740 – 1801

American general who defected to the British during the Revolution.

392 quotes

"To abandon one's principles for advantage is to lose far more than one gains."
"The measure of education is not in what you know, but in how you think."
Education
"I have discovered that the road to perdition is paved with small compromises."
Inspiration
"A grateful heart is immune to the poison of bitterness."
Gratitude
"The creativity of man rivals the majesty of creation itself."
Creativity
"In the darkness of despair, hope is the only light that matters."
Hope
"Those who forget history are condemned to repeat its mistakes."
History
"The music of freedom is sweeter than any melody ever composed."
Music
"To work without purpose is to labor in vain."
Work
"Imagination is the birthplace of all human achievement and progress."
Imagination
"Death teaches us to value the time we have been given."
Death
"The technology of war evolves, but the morality of its use remains constant."
Technology
"A man's relationship with himself determines his relationship with others."
Relationships
"Kindness is the silent strength that speaks louder than violence."
Kindness
"The price of power is the loss of peace."
Peace
"Fear is the greatest tyrant, ruling over those who surrender to it."
Fear
"Money is a tool, not a master, for those with strength of character."
Money
"The health of the nation is reflected in the character of its citizens."
Health
"Adventure awaits those bold enough to leave the safety of the known."
Adventure
"I have found that humor often masks the deepest sorrows."
Humor
"The strength of a chain is determined by its weakest link, not its strongest."
Strength
"The measure of a man's character is not found in moments of comfort, but in times of challenge and controversy."
Leadership
"Ambition without principle is like a ship without a rudder - destined for the rocks."
Wisdom
"I have learned that the greatest betrayal often comes from within one's own heart."
Truth
"A nation's strength lies not in the loyalty of its generals, but in the virtue of its people."
Politics
"When duty and desire conflict, a man's true nature is revealed."
Courage
"History remembers not our intentions, but our actions."
History
"The price of compromise may be higher than the cost of conviction."
Justice
"A man who serves only himself serves no one of consequence."
Work
"Freedom purchased through dishonor is a hollow victory."
Freedom