Anything Quote by John Buford

I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to prevail.

— John Buford

I can do nothing with the enemy save observe him.

— John Buford

If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders.

— John Buford

Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place.

— John Buford

They will attach you in the morning and they will come booming - skirmishers three deep. You will have to fight like the devil…

— John Buford

I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command.

— John Buford

General: I attempted to take Williamsport yesterday, but found too large a force of infantry and artillery. After a long fight, I withdrew to…

— John Buford

Shortly after this, I placed my command on our extreme left, to watch and fight the enemy should he make another attack, and went…

— John Buford

During the whole campaign, from June 27 to July 31, there has been no shirking or hesitation, to tiring on the part of a…

— John Buford

We entered Gettysburg in the afternoon, just in time to meet the enemy entering the town, and in good season to drive him back…

— John Buford

I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk instead of working.

— John Buford

The zeal, bravery, and good behavior of the officers and men on the night of June 30, and during July 1, was commendable in the extreme.

— John Buford