Robert E. Lee

"I would rather lose all and die a beggar than submit."

"The education of my country deserves my first consideration."

"I cannot consent to place in the control of others one who cannot control himself."

"The future is dark with doubt."

"Honor and shame from no condition rise."

"I cannot trust myself to say more."

"A soldier's first duty is obedience."

"No sacrifice is too great for our country."

"I have nothing but sympathy for those who suffer."

"The best soldier is an educated soldier."

"I am a soldier, and must remain in the ranks."

"We must preserve what is good from the past."

"I have always endeavored to do my full duty."

"The path to honor is paved with sacrifice."

"I regret that I have but one life to give."

"Duty is ours; consequences are God's."

"A man is but the sum of his actions."

"I cannot believe the South is going to be conquered."

"The love of my country is paramount."

"I would die gladly if I could thereby save my country."

"Character is the result of your daily actions."

"One must be true to one's principles."

"I stand by my convictions."

"The wisdom of the past guides the future."

"I have absolute confidence in my soldiers."

"A leader must inspire by example."

"I ask only to do my duty to God and country."

"History will judge our actions fairly."

"One cannot purchase honor with gold."

"The greatest victories come from perseverance."