"Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement……" — John Buford
"Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place."
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15 Quotes by John Buford
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The zeal, bravery, and good behavior of the officers and men on the night of June 30, and during July…
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We entered Gettysburg in the afternoon, just in time to meet the enemy entering the town, and in good season…
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They will attach you in the morning and they will come booming - skirmishers three deep. You will have to…
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It is too late, now I wish I could live.
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I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command.
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If I have any choice I would prefer Western Troops.
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Shortly after this, I placed my command on our extreme left, to watch and fight the enemy should he make…
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If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders.
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I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to prevail.
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I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk…
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General: I attempted to take Williamsport yesterday, but found too large a force of infantry and artillery. After a long…
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I can do nothing with the enemy save observe him.
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