Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth. – George Washington
Friendship is a plant of slow growth and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation. – George Washington
I know of no pursuit in which more real and important services can be rendered to any country than by improving its agriculture, its breed of useful animals, and other branches of a husbandmans cares. – George Washington
To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace. – George Washington