The brave Captain Lawrence will never, I am sure, be forgotten; his career of glory has been short but brilliant.
"All is rejoicing here; illuminations and fireworks and _feux de joie_ for the capture of the Chesapeake and a victory in Spain.
"Imagine yourself, if possible, in my situation in an enemy's country and hearing songs of triumph and exultation on the misfortunes of my countrymen, and this, too, on the 4th of July.

A less ardent spirit than mine might perhaps tolerate it, but I cannot.

I do long to be at home, to be in the navy, and teach these insolent Englishmen how to respect us....
"The Marquis Wellington has achieved a great victory in Spain, and bids fair to drive the French out very soon.

At this I rejoice as ought every man who abhors tyranny and loves liberty.

I wish the British success against everything but _my country_.