Send a Quote Enter a brief message. SendOk2 “There can be no greater error than to expect, or calculate upon real favours from Nation to Nation. 'Tis an illusion which experience must cure, which a just pride ought to discard.” ~ George Washington (1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country'Source: Farewell Address, 1796. Reference: Maxims of George Washington, Schroeder, ed. (71)