George William Curtis Quotes

I want to light the lights of patriotism.

My first allegiance must stay where it has always been, to the people of the United States, my own people.

My course is clear. A British subject I was born, and a British subject I will die.

Unlike many other peoples less happy, we give our devotion to a Government, to its Constitution, to its flag, and not to men.

Patriotism is voluntary. It is a feeling of loyalty and allegiance that is the result of knowledge and belief. A patriot shows their their patriotism through their actions, by their choice.

Patriotism has served, at different times, as widely different ends as a razor, which ought to be used in keeping your face clean and yet may be used to cut your own throat or that of an innocent person.

There are no points of the compass on the chart of true patriotism.

I honour my God; I serve my Queen; I salute my flag

Our obligations to our country never cease but with our lives.

With all her faults she is my country still.

Patriotism, love of country, and pride in the flag which symbolizes country may be feelings which the race will at some period outgrow, but at present they are very real and strong, and the man who lacks them is a useless creature, a mere encumbrance to the land.

Our definition of patriotism is often too narrow. Shall the lover of his country measure his loyalty only by his service as a soldier? No! Patriotism calls for the faithful and conscientious performance of all of the duties of citizenship, in small matters as well as great, at home as well as upon the tented field

I put my country and my principles first.

Behind all these men you have to do with, behind officers, and government, and people even, there is the country herself, your country, and . . . you belong to her as you belong to your own mother. Stand by her, boy, as you would stand by your mother.

The only important thing I have to say is that my father never fought against his country.

Patriotism demands of us sustained sacrifice.

Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons.

I distinguish, between nationalism and patriotism.

I want you to know that everything I did, I did for my country.

I remain attached to my nation.

Patriotism was a living fire of unquestioned belief and purpose.

Patriotism must be founded on great principals and supported by great virtue.

I will not betray my country.

Patriotism to your country is something that comes from your heart. It should be taught to you by your parents.

Nations whose nationalism is destroyed are subject to ruin.