When this sad war is over we will all return to our homes, and feel that we can ask no higher honor than the proud consciousness that we belonged to the Army of the Potomac. — 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
