Enemy Quote by George Armstrong Custer
“I appeal to you as a soldier to spare me the humiliation of seeing my regiment march to meet the enemy and I not share its dangers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to family, 1868
The soldier pleads to avoid the humiliation of watching his comrades fight while he stays safe, seeking shared danger and honor.
In simple terms: He wants to share the risk of battle.
Key Takeaway
Accept responsibility and stand with your peers.
Themes
honor
risk
solidarity
military
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
historical
personal
When to use this quote
- combat missions
- team projects
- family expectations
Key Concepts
ethics
camaraderie
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true bravery look like?
- When is self‑preservation justified?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding danger can be seen as cowardice, but also as self‑preservation.
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