I said, to the people of the Philippines whence I came, I shall return. Tonight, I repeat those words: I shall return!

It was close; but that's the way it is in war. You win or lose, live or die - and the difference is just an eyelash.

I have returned. By the grace of Almighty God, our forces stand again on Philippine soil.

I see that the flagpole still stands. Have your troops hoist the colors to its peak, and let no enemy ever haul them down.

We have lost a battle, but I assure to you that we will not lose the war! I cannot say more at the present moment although I know the losses are crowded in you…

Whither are we fleeing, my most valiant men? Do you not know that flight never leads to safety, but shows the folly of a useless effort? Let us return to our c…

Gentlemen: you have now reached the last point. If anyone of you doesn't mean business let him say so now. An hour from now will be too late to back out. Once …