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I shall take such a force as to render certain the success of the expedition, and propose to take command in person.
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gutenberg.orgGrenville Dodge: “I shall take such a force as to render certain the success of the expedition, and propose to take command in person.”
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Dodge asserts his intention to lead a military expedition personally to ensure its success.
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It is the duty of every companion here, as well as of every good citizen, to enter his protest against these unjust attacks.
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.
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.
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