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I have no doubt but that Colonel Streight would have succeeded had he been properly equipped and joined me at the time agreed upon.
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Dodge reflects on the missed opportunity for Colonel Streight due to inadequate preparation and timing.
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They evidently have no desire to learn about these things, but want some excuse for attacking our Army, hoping thereby to bring dishonor upon our country before the world.
Under the regulations, it is impossible for the Army to defend itself and make answer to these attacks, except through their own officers, and their reports do not reach the public, for the press seems to use only that which reflects upon…
There is an element in this country that already has no use for the soldier of the Civil War.
In view of all the facts, I must doubt the sincerity of those who are seeking to bring discredit upon our little Army, the marvellous efficiency of which has won the admiration of the world.
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