"By some strange operation of magic I seem……" — George B. McClellan
"By some strange operation of magic I seem to have become the power of the land."
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George B. McClellan
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11 Quotes by George B. McClellan
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The Union, which can alone insure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost…
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Stand by General Burnside as you have stood by me and all will be well.
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The President is no more than a well-meaning baboon. I went to the White House directly after tea, where I…
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Here is a paper with which, if I cannot whip Bobbie Lee, I will be willing to go home!
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I find myself in a new and strange position here: President, cabinet, Gen. Scott, and all deferring to me. By…
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All quiet along the Potomac.
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Conscious of my own weakness, I can only seek fervently the guidance of the Ruler of the Universe, and, relying…
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The moment for action has arrived, and I know that I can trust in you to save our country.
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As far as military necessity will permit, religiously respect the constitutional rights of all.
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When this sad war is over we will all return to our homes, and feel that we can ask no…
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