Ulysses S. Grant

"Gratitude is the least of the emotions, but no less real for all that."

"I have found that taking notes proves an excellent method of concentration."

"I am but one among millions of patriots."

"The secret of success is to be ready when opportunity comes."

"I never underestimate the power of determination."

"In every case the memory is a faithful record of the emotions."

"The friends a man has made before reaching thirty are usually his permanent friends."

"I have always been more of a practical man than a theorist."

"Peace can only be maintained if everyone is convinced that war is not in his interest."

"Religion is a solace to which I have always been a stranger."

"All truly great things were accomplished without haste."

"The struggle of today is not altogether for to-day; it is for a vast future also."

"There is one thing I will say about myself—I have never cheated my government."

"I am a poor speaker and must rely on my deeds, not words."

"Great events often turn upon small hinges."

"I am but a soldier seeking to serve his country."

"The only way to defeat an enemy is to understand him thoroughly."

"I have learned that life gives us daily opportunities to grow."

"Perseverance is the great element of success in all undertakings."

"It is the duty of good men to make bad men good."

"In any great enterprise, success depends upon the details."

"I never felt any animosity toward those I fought against."

"The most important thing in life is health."

"Providence has guided me this far; I trust it will continue."

"Every battle teaches lessons that can improve the next engagement."

"I would rather be a little nobody with integrity than somebody dishonest."

"The weight of responsibility is heavier than any military supply."

"Kindness to those in need is never time wasted."

"I have always believed in living simply, regardless of circumstance."

"The pen sometimes is mightier than the sword."