“I will accept no commission that would tend to create a rivalry with Grant. I want him to hold what he has earned and got. I have all the rank I want.”
Quote by William Tecumseh Sherman
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Sherman's Civil War: selected correspondence of William T. Sherman, 1860-1865
Sherman's Civil War presents a collection of letters and documents written by General William T. Sherman, offering insights into his military strategies and personal thoughts during the American Civil War. The correspondence spans from 1860 to 1865 and provides a glimpse into the mind of one of the Union's most prominent commanders. more
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William Tecumseh Sherman
William Tecumseh Sherman was a prominent American military leader known for his actions during the American Civil War. He is famous for his 'scorched earth' policy, which aimed to destroy the economic and military infrastructure of the South to weaken its fighting ability. more
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