I answered to place under arrest all officers of the companies and Regiments that refused to obey the order, and have them report to Fort Leavenworth, intending to replace them with veteran officers of the department whom I knew would move, no matter what the hardship.
Dodge emphasizes the importance of discipline and accountability among military officers during a challenging campaign.
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