George Washington Quotes

In honor of Presidents' day, which is a day that honors the Presidents of the United States (POTUS), here is a list of quotes made by our first president, George Washington.

10. My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her.

9. Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

8. To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.

7. It is better to be alone than in bad company.

6. The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon.

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5. Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains to bring it to light.

4. True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation.

3. My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth.

2. It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.

1. Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God.

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