The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom. Sun Tzu
No one loves his country for its size or eminence, but because it's his own. Seneca
A patriot must always be ready to defend his country against his government. Edward Abbey
An author's first duty is to let down his country. Brendan Behan
I want you to remember that no bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his country. George S. Patton
A good citizen owes his life to his country. Russian Proverb