Famous quotes containing the words sir john, admiral, sir and/or john:
“What a treat to hear Thy Word
Where the bones of leading statesmen,
Have so often been interred.”
—Sir John Betjeman (1906–1984)
“In this country it is a good thing to kill an admiral from time to time to encourage the others.”
—Voltaire [François Marie Arouet] (1694–1778)
“That sir which serves and seeks for gain,
And follows but for form,
Will pack when it begins to rain,
And leave thee in the storm.”
—William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
“Perfect soldier, perfect gentleman ... never gave offence to anyone, not even the enemy.”
—A.J.P. (Alan John Percivale)