The hardships of forced marches are often more painful than the dangers of battle

This army stays here until the last wounded man is removed. Before I leave them to the enemy, I will lose many more men.

The hardships of forced marches are often more painful than the dangers of battle

Died of wounds inflicted in error by his own troops at the battle of Chancellorsville during the US Civil War. Let us cross over the river and sit in the shade of the trees.

If officers desire to have control over their commands, they must remain habitually with them, industriously attend to their instruction and comfort, and in battle lead them well.

Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy, if possible.

Our movement was a great success; I think the most successful military movement of my life. But I expect to receive more credit for it than I deserve. Most men will think I planned it all from the first; but it was not so. I simply took advantage of circumstances as they were presented to me in the providence of God. I feel that His hand led me - let us give Him the glory.