“You might as well appeal against the thunder-storm as against these terrible hardships of war. They are inevitable, and the only way the people of Atlanta can hope once more to live in peace and quiet at home, is to stop the war, which can only be done by admitting that it began in error and is perpetuated in pride.”
Quote by William Tecumseh Sherman
Work
Memoirs of General William T. Sherman
Memoirs of General William T. Sherman is a comprehensive and candid look into the mind and experiences of one of the Union's most prominent military leaders during the American Civil War. The book offers insights into Sherman's strategies, his interactions with other figures of the war, and his thoughts on the conflict and its aftermath. It is a significant historical document that provides a firsthand perspective on the events of the Civil War. more
Author
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