The best Quotes by Horatio Nelson

The best Quotes by Horatio Nelson

Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronte KB (29 September 1758 – 21 October 1805) was a British flag officer in the Royal Navy. His inspirational leadership, grasp of strategy and unconventional tactics brought about a number of decisive British naval victories during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest naval commanders in history.

Desperate affairs require desperate measures.
Gentlemen, when the enemy is committed to a mistake we must not interrupt him too soon.
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First gain the victory and then make the best use of it you can.
I have only one eye, I have a right to be blind sometimes... I really do not see the signal!
I could not tread these perilous paths in safety, if I did not keep a saving sense of humor.

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I've had many enemies over the years. If there's one thing I've learned, it's never engage in a fight you're sure to lose. On the other hand, never let anyone who has insulted you get away with it. Bide your time and strike back when you're in a position of strength - even if you no longer need to strike back.
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The enemy of my enemy is my bro!
The more you move up in the world, the more enemies you make.
If you don't take an opponent serious, they surprise you.
The only way to defeat a superior enemy is to stop at nothing. To become what they fear.
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If you're not with me, then you're my enemy.
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If you have an opponent who is clearly better than you, then OK, you have something to analyse.
May God have mercy for my enemies because I won't.
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When the enemy becomes certain of their victory, that will be our chance.
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To defeat your enemy you have to understand them.
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A strong foe is better than a weak friend.
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Judge me by the enemies I have made. So I really appreciate the fact that none of these people like me.
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I embrace my rival, but only to strangle him.
Without daring to make enemies, you have no real friends in the end.
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I have no trouble with my enemies. I can take care of my enemies in a fight. But my friends, my goddamned friends, they're the ones who keep me walking the floor at nights.
Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends?
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The opportunity to secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
If you know the enemy and know yourself you need not fear the results of a hundred battles.
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The Bible tells us to love our neighbors, and also to love our enemies; probably because generally they are the same people.
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Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.
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Am I really the sort of enemy you want to make?
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We make peace with our enemies, not our friends.
Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones - Season 6 Episode 4
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Every blow to a weaker enemy takes pride from yourself.
May my enemies live long so they can see my progress.
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You've got enemies? Good. That means you actually stood up for something.
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Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.
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We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.
Abraham Lincoln (Inaugural Address) - 1861
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Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names.
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Only enemies speak the truth. Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty.
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Never hate your enemies. It affects your judgment.
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It's been the honor of my lifetime to serve as your president. I love the job - but I love my country more.
Joe Biden - August 2024
I am sorry on behalf of most, if not close to all, of Australia at this point. I'm sorry about Raygun and that we broke dancing.
Ozzy Man Reviews - August 2024
I don't think you understand how Australians work. Once we get a hold of a good quality meme, we drive it into the ground until we die. We're all still dropping the old "I pulled a Bradbury" and that happened over 20 years ago.
August 2024
I really appreciate the positivity and I'm glad I was able to bring some joy into your lives. That's what I hoped. I didn't realise that would also open the door to so much hate which has, frankly, been pretty devastating.
Rachael Gunn - August 2024
Don't be afraid to be different, go out there and represent yourself, you never know where that's gonna take you.
Rachael Gunn - August 2024
Since the day I announced my candidacy, I set out to find a partner who can help unite our nation and move us forward—a fighter for the middle class and patriot who believes in the promise of America. I am here today because I found such a leader: Governor Tim Walz.
Kamala Harris - August 2024
Thank you, Kamala Harris, for the trust that you've placed in me. And maybe more so, thank you for bringing back the joy. I couldn't be prouder to be on this ticket - and to help make you the next President of the United States.
Tim Walz - August 2024
While Walz pretends to support Americans in the Heartland, when the cameras are off, he believes that rural America is "mostly cows and rocks". Walz is obsessed with spreading California's dangerously liberal agenda far and wide.
Donald Trump - August 2024
While it's not very Minnesotan to brag, I've got to brag on our state a little here: We were just ranked #1 in the country for health care.
Tim Walz - July 2024
If giving tax breaks to millionaires created jobs or grew our economy, I would be in favor of them, but they are the same failed policies of the past that just don't work.
I feel like I've got feet firmly in different camps. Between the right of gun ownership and public safety.
You have to understand what caused genocide to happen. Or it will happen again.
My first mission is to take care of our troops. I take that mission very personally.
I am for electric cars. I have to be, because Elon endorsed me very strongly. So, I have no choice.
Donald Trump - August 2024
On behalf of the American people, I thank Joe Biden for his extraordinary leadership as President of the United States and for his decades of service to our country. I am honored to have the President's endors*ment and my intention is to earn and win this nomination.
Kamala Harris - July 2024

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