Friday, January 21, 2005

Stonewall Jackson on War

Today is the birthday of Thomas Jonathan Jackson, the Confederate General (1824-1863) who said
The hardships of forced marches are often more painful than the dangers of battle.

I yield to no man in sympathy for the gallant men under my command; but I am obliged to sweat them tonight, so that I may save their blood tomorrow.

When war does come, my advice is to draw the sword and throw away the scabbard.

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