The only true rule for cavalry is to follow the enemy as long as he retreats.

In the Army of the Shenandoah, you were the 'First Brigade!' In the Army of the Potomac you were the 'First Brigade!' In the Second Corps of this Army, you are the 'First Brigade!' You are the 'First Brigade' in the affections of your general, and I hope by your future deeds and bearing you will be handed down the posterity as the 'First Brigade' in this our Second War of Independence. Farewell!

I want my army to be an army of the living God.

Sir! Men who desert their comrades in war deserve to be shot! And Officers who intrude for them deserve to be hung!

The patriot volunteer, fighting for country and his rights, makes the most reliable soldier on earth.

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.

Shoot the brave officers, and the cowards will run away and take the men with them.