George Washington: “These considerations invite the United States to look to the means, and to set about the gradual creation of a navy.”

A good government must be founded on the principle of justice and liberty for all its citizens.

I have finally determined to accept the commission of Commander in Chief of the armies of the United States.

Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.

It is with peculiar satisfaction I can say, that prompted by a high sense of duty in my attendance on public worship, I have been gratified by the liberal and interesting discourses delivered in your Churches.