Gideon Welles quotes

It is vain to expect a well-balanced government without a well-balanced society. (Gideon Welles)
The hopeless grief of those poor colored people affected me more than almost anything else. View quote
Gideon Welles
The War has been waged with success, although there have been in some instances errors and misfortunes. But the heart of the nation is sounder and its hopes brighter. View quote
Gideon Welles
This crowd did not diminish through the whole of that cold, wet day; they seemed not to know what was to by their fate since their great benefactor was dead, and though strong and brave men wept when I met them. View quote
Gideon Welles

Gideon Welles

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Occupation: American Public Servant
Born: July 1, 1802
Died: February 11, 1878
Quotes count: 4
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