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John Buford Quotes

John Buford quotes

American Soldier March 4, 1826 – December 16, 1863

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We entered Gettysburg in the afternoon, just in time to meet the enemy entering the town, and in good season to drive him back before his getting a foothold. John Buford
The zeal, bravery, and good behavior of the officers and men on the night of June 30, and during July 1, was commendable in the extreme. John Buford
Shortly after this, I placed my command on our extreme left, to watch and fight the enemy should he make another attack, and went to Cemetary Hill for observation. John Buford
During the whole campaign, from June 27 to July 31, there has been no shirking or hesitation, to tiring on the part of a single man so far as I have seen; the brigade commanders reported none. John Buford
There was splendid fighting on the part of the division on the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th. There was no faltering or hesitation. Each man went to work determined to carry anything in reason. John Buford
John Buford quote: "I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice..."
I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command. John Buford
John Buford quote: "I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the..."
I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk instead of working. John Buford
John Buford quote: "I can do nothing with the enemy save observe him."
I can do nothing with the enemy save observe him. John Buford
John Buford quote: "If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would..."
If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders. John Buford
General: I attempted to take Williamsport yesterday, but found too large a force of infantry and artillery. After a long fight, I withdrew to this place. John Buford
John Buford quote: "It is too late; now I wish I could live."
It is too late; now I wish I could live. John Buford
John Buford quote: "Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account..."
Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place. John Buford
John Buford quote: "If I have any choice I would prefer Western Troops."
If I have any choice I would prefer Western Troops. John Buford
John Buford quote: "I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to..."
I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to prevail. John Buford

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