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

John Paul Jones

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Topic

Sailing Taking risks

Author

John Paul Jones

Medium

Letter

Language

English

Time

1778 1770s 18th century

Occupation

Military officer

From

United Kingdom Europe

Authentication Score 3

Citation

Jones, John Paul. Letter to Le Ray de Chaumont. 16 Nov. 1778.

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To conquer without risk is to triumph without glory.

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