After all, I think Forrest was the most remarkable man our Civil War produced on either side.
William Tecumseh ShermanI make up my opinions from facts and reasoning, and not to suit any body but myself. If people don't like my opinions, it makes little difference as I don't solicit their opinions or votes.
William Tecumseh ShermanWar is the remedy that our enemies have chosen, and I say let us give them all they want.
William Tecumseh ShermanThe North can make a steam engine, locomotive or railway car; hardly a yard of cloth or a pair of shoes can you make. You are rushing into war with one of the most powerful, ingeniously mechanical and determined people on earth - right at your doors. You are bound to fail. Only in spirit and determination are you prepared for war. In all else you are totally unprepared, with a bad cause to start with.
William Tecumseh Sherman