22 ordspråk av John Buford
John Buford
 A heavy task was before us; we were equal to it, and shall all remember with pride that at Gettysburg we did our country much service. |
| During the whole campaign, from June 27 to July 31, there has been no shirking or hesitation, to tiring on the part of a single man so far as I have seen; the brigade commanders reported none. |
| Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place. |
| General: I attempted to take Williamsport yesterday, but found too large a force of infantry and artillery. After a long fight, I withdrew to this place. |
| Had any of them given me timely information and acted as a guide that night, I could have surprised and captured this (Rebel) force. |
| I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to prevail. |
| I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command. |
| I can do nothing with the enemy save observe him. |
| I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk instead of working. |
| I sent him word I was a captain in the United States Army and I intend to remain one. |
| If I have any choice I would prefer Western Troops. |
| If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders. |
| It is too late; now I wish I could live. |
| The devil's to pay! |
| The enemy was too strong for me, but he was severely punished for his obstinacy. His casualties were more than quadruple mine. |
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Proverb (1469532 st) Search
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Born (10495 st)
Died (3318 st)
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Toplists (6 st)
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.
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