I think three columns of men, 1,000 strong each, with ample garrison on the overland-mail and telegraph lines, well mounted and supplied, can clear out the country of all hostile Indians, if done before grass comes.
Dodge expresses his belief in a strategic military approach to handle hostile tribes in the region.
Share
More from Grenville Dodge
General Sherman was at the Howard House, which was miles away from the scene of Hardee's attack in the rear, and evidently did not at first comprehend the terrific fighting that was in progress, and the serious results that would have been…
You saved your army and won a glorious victory by refusing to take his advice.
They proved they might be wiped out but never made to run.
We soon discovered the rebels fleeing over the hills and down the White River Road, and being nearest to that road I immediately started my Brigade after them.
Other voices in this conversation
