John Paul Jones

I have not yet begun to fight.

— John Paul Jones

An honorable Peace is and always was my first wish! I can take no delight in the effusion of human Blood; but, if this War should continue, I wish to have the most active part in it.

— John Paul Jones

Whoever can surprize well must Conquer.

— John Paul Jones

I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harms way.

— John Paul Jones

It is true that I must run a great risk; no gallant action was ever accomplished without danger.

— John Paul Jones