I loved the old government in 1861. I loved the old Constitution yet. I think it is the best government in the world, if administered as it was before the war. I do not hate it; I am opposing now… — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
I went into the army worth a million and a half dollars, and came out a beggar. — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
I have stood your meanness as long as I intend to. You have played the part of a damn scoundrel, and if you were… — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
I will be in my coffin before I will fight again under your command. — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
If you surrender you shall be treated as prisoners of war, but if I haveto storm your works you may expect no quarter. — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
I loved the old government in 1861. I loved the old Constitution yet. I think it is the best government in the world, if… — Nathan Bedford Forrest Copy Share Image
