Abraham Lincoln actually said...

The courage that encountered and vanquished the greatly superior numbers of the rebel force, pursued and attacked them in their intrenchment...

In the prompt and spirited movements and daring battle of Mill Springs the nation will realize its hopes, and the people of the United State...

Alacrity, daring, courageous spirit, and patriotic zeal on all occasions and under every circumstance are expected from the Army of the Unit...

This correspondence may be considered as a sequel to that previously communicated to Congress relating to the same subject.