We failed, but in the good providence of God apparent failure often proves a blessing. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
You must study to be frank with the world: Frankness is the child of honesty and courage. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
A Union that can only be maintained by swords and bayonets has no charm for me. If the Union is dissolved and government disrupted, I shall return to my native state and share the miseries of my people, and save in defense will draw my sword on none. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
Get correct views of life, and learn to see the world in its true light. It will enable you to live pleasantly, to do good, and, when summoned away, to leave without regret. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
Do your duty in all things, like the old Puritan. You cannot do more; you should never wish to do less. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
It is well that war is so terrible, otherwise we should grow too fond of it. Robert E. Lee Read Quote
