Famous quotes containing the words duc de richelieu, duc de, duc and/or richelieu:
“Secrecy is the first essential in affairs of the State.”
—Duc De Richelieu (1585–1642)
“It is as commendable to think well of oneself when alone, as it is ridiculous to speak well of oneself among others.”
—François, Duc De La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680)
“Truth has scarce done so much good in the world as the false appearances of it have done hurt.”
—François, Duc De La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680)
“Secrecy is the first essential in affairs of the State.”
—Duc De Richelieu (1585–1642)