It was by a Maryland colonel in the year 1777 that the British received, in the gallant defense of an important fort, one of the first lessons of what they were to expect from American valor and patriotism. Marquis de Lafayette americanbritishcolonel share on social
I am astonished but not discouraged by my enormous responsibility. Devoted both from affection and duty to the cause of the people, I shall combat with equal ardor aristocracy, despotism, and faction. Marquis de Lafayette affectionardoraristocracy Change image and share on social
Charleston is one of the best built, handsomest, and most agreeable cities that I have ever seen. Marquis de Lafayette agreeablebuildcharleston Change image and share on social
Humanity has won its battle. Liberty now has a country. Marquis de Lafayette battlecountryhumanity Change image and share on social
I gave my heart to the Americans and thought of nothing else but raising my banner and adding my colors to theirs. Marquis de Lafayette addamericanbanner Change image and share on social
The exercise of natural rights has no limits but such as will ensure their enjoyment to other members of society. Marquis de Lafayette enjoymentensureexercise Change image and share on social
I had displeased the jacobins by blaming their aristocratic usurpation of legitimate powers; the priests of all sorts by claiming religious liberty; the anarchists by repressing them; and the conspirators by rejecting their offers. Marquis de Lafayette anarchistaristocraticblame share on social
The good fortune of America is closely tied to the good fortune of all humanity. Marquis de Lafayette americacloselyfortune Change image and share on social
From an early period, I had the happiness to rank among the foremost in the American Revolution. In the affection and confidence of the people, I am proud to say, I have a great share. Marquis de Lafayette affectionamericanconfidence Change image and share on social
An irresistible passion that would induce me to believe in innate ideas and the truth of prophecy has decided my career. I have always loved liberty with the enthusiasm which actuates the religious man with the passion of a lover and with the conviction of a geometrician. Marquis de Lafayette actuatecareerconviction share on social