War takes away the easy supply of daily wants, and so proves a rough master, that brings most men's characters to a level with their fortunes.

Those who make wise decisions are more formidable to their enemies than those who rush madly into strong action.

Wars spring from unseen and generally insignificant causes, the first outbreak being often but an explosion of anger.

Those who are politically apathetic can only survive if they are supported by people who are capable of taking action.