We made a great mistake in the beginning of our struggle, and I fear, in spite of all we can do, it will prove to be a fatal mistake. We appointed all our worst generals to command our armies, and all our best generals to edit the newspapers

My trust is in the mercy and wisdom of a kind Providence, who ordereth all things for our good.

The time is not come for impartial history. If the truth were told just now, it would not be credited.

We must...submit ourselves in adversity to the will of a merciful God as cheerfully as in prosperity.

I did only what my duty demanded. I could have taken no other course without dishonor.

History teaches us hope.

You must be careful how you walk and where you go, for there are those following you who will set their feet where yours are set.