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“The next time we met was at Appomattox, and the first thing that General Grant said to me when we stepped inside, placing his hand in mine was, Pete, let us have another game of brag, to recall the days that were so pleasant. Great God! I thought to myself, how my heart swells out to such magnanimous touch of humanity. Why do men fight who were born to be brothers?”

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James Longstreet

James Longstreet was a prominent military commander during the American Civil War. Known for his exceptional tactical skills and command abilities, he was one of the key figures in the Union army. His performance on the battlefield had a significant impact on the outcome of the war. more

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