Francis Marion

“Our band is few, but true and trusty, and perhaps we may obtain a victory.”

“The liberty of my country is the first wish of my heart.”

“My Brigade is composed of Citizens, Subjects of the State... I have never had any of them Executed for desertion or any other crime.”

“My men are all barefooted and ragged.”

“Go and bring me the prisoners. I don't want to see one of them hurt.”

“I am wearied of this kind of war.”

“I have little to complain of but the want of everything.”

“A man that is not willing to be poor for his country's sake, is not a good citizen.”

“As for this Tory, give him a court-martial, and short shrift.”

“I must beg leave of your excellency to acquaint you that the militia will not be any service.”