The President is no more than a well-meaning baboon. I went to the White House directly after tea, where I found "The Original Gorilla", about as intelligent as ever. What a specimen to be at the head of our affairs… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
Here is a paper with which, if I cannot whip Bobbie Lee, I will be willing to go home! — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
Stand by General Burnside as you have stood by me and all will be well. — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
I find myself in a new and strange position here: President, cabinet, Gen. Scott, and all deferring to me. By some strange operation of… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
It is not given to our weak intellects to understand the steps of Providence as they occur: we comprehend them only as we look… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
When this sad war is over we will all return to our homes, and feel that we can ask no higher honor than the… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
As far as military necessity will permit, religiously respect the constitutional rights of all. — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
The moment for action has arrived, and I know that I can trust in you to save our country. — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
“He (recently-appointed and new-to-command Robert E Lee) will be timid in the irresolute in action.” — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
The Union, which can alone insure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost what it may in… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
Conscious of my own weakness, I can only seek fervently the guidance of the Ruler of the Universe, and, relying on His all-powerful aid,… — George B. McClellan Copy Share Image
