George Washington Quotes:
Ocupation: 1st U.S. President
Life: February 22, 1732 - December 14, 1799
Birthday: February 22
Death: December 14
When it was reported to General Washington that the army was frequently indulging in swearing, he immediately sent out the following order: The general is sorry to be informed that the foolish and wicked practice of profane cursing and swearing - a vice little known heretofore in the American army - is growing into fashion. Let the men and officers reflect "that we can not hope for the blessing of heaven on our army if we insult it by our impiety and folly."
topic: Fashion, Sorry, Army, Cursing, Following Orders, American Army
