George Washington Quotes

George Washington's collection of the most iconic quotations and thoughts.


Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth.


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.


It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.


Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.


If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.


The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good.


Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.


It is better to be alone than in bad company.


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


The time is near at hand which must determine whether Americans are to be free men or slaves.


About George Washington:
was the first President of the United States (1789–97), the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the current United States Constitution. Washington has been widely hailed, even during his lifetime, as the "father of his country".