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“General Sickles, this is in some respects higher ground than that to the rear, but there is still higher in front of you, and if you keep on advancing you will find constantly higher ground all the way to the mountains.”

Quote by George Meade

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George Meade was an American military officer born on December 31, 1815, and died on November 6, 1872. He served as a commanding officer during the American Civil War and is best known for his leadership in the Battle of Gettysburg. more

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