Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence... by Ulysses S. Grant

President Civilization Civil War general Union Army

Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted for all the progress made in true civilization and to this we must look as our guide in the future.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Other quotes by Ulysses S. Grant

Country Fact

I appreciate the fact, and am proud of it, that the attentions I am receiving are intended more for our country than for me personally.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Man Being Life People

I have made it a rule of my life to trust a man long after other people gave him up, but I don't see how I can ever trust any human being again.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Surrender

No other terms than unconditional and immediate surrender. I propose to move immediately upon your works.

- Ulysses S. Grant

Errors

My failures have been errors in judgment, not of intent.

- Ulysses S. Grant

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