Edward Everett

Statesman

1794-04-11

Quotes by Edward Everett

• Education is a better safeguard of liberty than a standing army.

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• Let a nation's fervent thanks make some amends for the toils and sufferings of those who survive.

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• In conformity with these designs on the city of Washington, and notwithstanding the disastrous results of the invasion of 1862, it was determined by the Rebel government last summer to resume the offensive in that direction.

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