[ Response to the tsar of Russia’s criticism of those who “betrayed the cause of Europe” :] That, Sire, is a question of dates.

[ Of Napoleon’s costly victory at the Battle of Borodino, 1812 :] C’est le commencement de la fin . This is the beginning of the end.

You can do anything with bayonets except sit on them.

A married man with a family will do anything for money.

One ought not to be obstinate, except when one ought to be; but when one ought to be, then one ought to be unshakable.

Love is a reality which is born in the fairy region of romance.

That, Sire, is a question of dates.

Ils n’ont rien appris, ni rien oublié.

This is the beginning of the end.

Surtout, Messieurs, point de zèle.