Ammunition Sent Quote by Ulysses S. Grant
““volunteered to go back to the point we had started from, report our position to General Twiggs, and ask for ammunition to be forwarded. [General Garland expressed a wish to get a message back to General Twiggs, his division commander, or General Taylor, to the effect that he was nearly out of ammunition and must have more sent to him, or otherwise be reinforced. Deeming the return dangerous he did not like to order any one to carry it, so he called for a volunteer. Lieutenant Grant offered his services, which were accepted.—PUBLISHERS.]””
About This Quote
Source Historical Document: Civil War Correspondence, 1862
A lieutenant volunteered to deliver a critical ammunition request despite danger, showing initiative and sacrifice.
In simple terms: A soldier risked danger to get ammo for his troops.
Key Takeaway
Take initiative when vital needs arise.
Themes
courage
initiative
military logistics
communication
leadership
Mood
tense
determined
Type
historical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- emergency supply
- command decisions
- military planning
Key Concepts
risk assessment
chain of command
resource scarcity
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates individuals to volunteer in hazardous situations?
- How can leaders reduce such risks?
A Different Perspective
Risk of exposing messenger to enemy fire.
