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“I can assure you, that the gallant hearts that throb beneath its sacred folds, will only be content, when this glorious banner is planted first and foremost in the coming struggle for our independence.”

Quote by John Bell Hood

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John Bell Hood
John Bell Hood

John Bell Hood was an American military commander born on June 29, 1831, and died on August 30, 1879. He was a prominent figure in the American Civil War, known for his bravery and determination in battle. more

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