Patriot Echoes – Preserving 250 years of patriot courage.
- March 6, 1809, 217 years ago — Death of Thomas Heyward Jr..
- March 6, 1724, 302 years ago — Birth of Henry Laurens, President of the Continental Congress.
- March 7, 1707, 319 years ago — Birth of Stephen Hopkins, signer of the Declaration of Independence.
- March 7, 1699, 327 years ago — Birth of Susanna Boylston Adams, mother of John Adams.
Topic: Leadership
Quotes
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“Energy in the Executive is a leading character in the definition of good government. ”
Alexander Hamilton , Federalist No. 70 · View -
“You have only one way to convince others, listen to them. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone. ”
George Washington , Rules of Civility · View -
“Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“When there is no vision, there is no hope. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“A character to losean interest to supportmay be a strong stimulus to exertion. ”
George Washington , Letter to Patrick Henry · View -
“Let us resolve the postponed matters with clarity and unity. ”
David Brearley , Constitutional Convention (committee chair) · View -
“The whole art of government consists in the art of being honest. ”
Thomas Jefferson , Autobiography and Correspondence · View -
“Lord, here am I the creature of your will, rejoicing that You will lead, thankful that You will choose for me. ”
Elizabeth Ann Seton , Collected Writings IIIa · View -
“Energy in the executive is a leading character in the definition of good government. ”
Alexander Hamilton , Federalist No. 70 · View