If noble death be virtue’s chiefest part, We above all men are by Fortune blest, Striving with freedom’s crown to honor Greece, we died, and here in endless glory rest.
Patriotism Quotes
A real patriot is the fellow who gets a parking ticket and rejoices that the system works.
Relieved at having received his immigration papers and “searching about for a vehicle through which I might best express my gratitude, ” (Igor) Stravinsky composed a new orchestration for the “Star-Spangled Banner” and dedicated it “to the American People.” He knew Congress had made it a civil offence (maximum fine $100) to embellish or otherwise […]
Patriotism may be defined as a sense of partisan solidarity in respect of prestige.
Patriotism means unqualified and unwavering love for the nation, which implies not uncritical eagerness to serve, not support for unjust claims, but frank assessment of its vices and sins, and penitence for them.
I do not doubt but that King William came over with a view to the crown. Nor was he called upon by patriotism, for he was not an Englishman, to assert our liberties. No; his patriotism was of a higher rank. He aimed not at the crown of England for ambition, but to employ its […]
The patriotism we celebrate on the Fourth of July is more than an expression of love for our country and pride in its achievements. An appreciation of the origins of the blessings we enjoy is essential for preserving those blessings for ourselves and our children and grandchildren… Patriotism is more than a sentiment. It is […]
Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
I venture to suggest that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
Patriotism has become a mere national self-assertion, a sentimentality of flag-cheering with no constructive duties.
