Our obligations to our country never cease but with our lives. - John Adams

the best of American patriotism and service to their country. They did their duty with honor and with great professionalism.

We can know a lot by (Adams') friends and his loyalty to them, ... In the face of political disagreements and eccentricities, it's an inspiring example of how much friends can mean in life.

Pike was a very dedicated soldier on a mission for his young country and filled with patriotism.

Recognize at all times the paramount right of your Country to your most devoted services, whether she treat you ill or well, and never let selfish views or interests predominate over the duties of patriotism.

Our country is not the only thing to which we owe our allegiance. It is also owed to justice and to humanity. Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.