Wilhelm II

"The true aristocracy is not of birth, but of character."

"Peace is admirable, but never at the cost of honor."

"To create is to participate in the divine."

"The weight of the crown is nothing compared to the weight of responsibility."

"In silence, wisdom often speaks loudest."

"The bonds of kinship are stronger than any alliance."

"The Germans fear God, but nothing else in the world."

"A ready heart should have a ready tongue."

"We have fought this out to the bitter end, and now there is nothing left but to accept what cannot be changed."

"The machine gun is a much overrated weapon; two dogs and one rabbit could do more damage in a flat open country."

"One must always play fairly when one has the winning cards in one's hand."

"I count upon your steadfastness and devotion to your duty."

"Those who want to succeed must learn to persist through adversity."

"The world belongs to the strong and the weak must serve or perish."

"A man's word should be worth its weight in gold."

"Youth is the seed of the future; invest in it wisely."

"Nature teaches us that strength is born from struggle."

"The beauty of a nation lies in the character of its people."

"Innovation is the breath of a great power."

"History judges the intentions of kings, not their words."

"A leader must show strength, but wisdom lies in restraint."

"The past cannot be changed, only learned from."

"Art elevates the soul of a nation."

"Those who work with dedication find their reward in accomplishment."

"A peaceful man need not fear the judgement of history."

"The dream of unity must be pursued with unwavering resolve."

"Patience in diplomacy often yields greater victories than haste."

"The foundation of empire is built upon the loyalty of men."

"One must adapt or be left behind by the times."

"Science and tradition need not be enemies if guided by wisdom."