There was splendid fighting on the part of the division on the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th. There was no faltering or hesitation. Each man went to work determined to carry anything in reason. — John Buford Copy Share Image
If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders. — John Buford Copy Share Image
Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place. — John Buford Copy Share Image
There was splendid fighting on the part of the division on the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th. There was no faltering or hesitation. Each… — John Buford Copy Share Image
They will attach you in the morning and they will come booming - skirmishers three deep. You will have to fight like the devil… — John Buford Copy Share Image
I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command. — John Buford Copy Share Image
General: I attempted to take Williamsport yesterday, but found too large a force of infantry and artillery. After a long fight, I withdrew to… — John Buford Copy Share Image
Shortly after this, I placed my command on our extreme left, to watch and fight the enemy should he make another attack, and went… — John Buford Copy Share Image
During the whole campaign, from June 27 to July 31, there has been no shirking or hesitation, to tiring on the part of a… — John Buford Copy Share Image
We entered Gettysburg in the afternoon, just in time to meet the enemy entering the town, and in good season to drive him back… — John Buford Copy Share Image
I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk instead of working. — John Buford Copy Share Image
