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It would seem that Secretary Stanton purposely wished to place a reflection on General Grant, for he must have known that he was responsible for the Army and for all of its movements.
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gutenberg.orgGrenville Dodge: “It would seem that Secretary Stanton purposely wished to place a reflection on General Grant, for he must have known…”
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Dodge suggests that Secretary Stanton aimed to undermine General Grant's authority, indicating political maneuvering.
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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.
It is upheld and maintained today, as it always has been, by the patriotism of our people as represented by our Army in the Civil War, in Cuba, the Philippines, and China.
There is no officer listening to me who did not see cruelties in the Civil War.
It is the duty of every companion here, as well as of every good citizen, to enter his protest against these unjust attacks.
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