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John Bell Hood Quotes

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.

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.

John Bell Hood
Struggle, Heart, Independence

I knew that if the feat was accomplished it must be at a most fearful sacrifice of as brave and gallant soldiers as ever engaged in battle.

John Bell Hood
Sacrifice, Bravery, Soldier
John Bell Hood (1996). “Advance and Retreat: Personal Experiences in the United States and Confederate States Armies”, p.58, U of Nebraska Press

In the name of God and humanity I protest!

John Bell Hood
War, Names, Humanity
John Bell Hood (1996). “Advance and Retreat: Personal Experiences in the United States and Confederate States Armies”, p.230, U of Nebraska Press

Major, send a shell first over their heads and let them get in their holes before you open with all your guns.

John Bell Hood
War, Gun, Shells

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