Blood Quote by George B. McClellan
“The Union, which can alone insure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost what it may in time, treasure, and blood.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Address, 1862, United States
The Union must be protected at all costs to guarantee peace inside and safety outside for every state.
In simple terms: Preserve the Union no matter the sacrifice.
Protect the nation despite hardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war planning
- policy debates
- national emergencies
- government decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is endless sacrifice justified for security?
- How to balance liberty and safety?
Costly sacrifices may erode civil liberties and public support.