Abraham Lincoln actually said...

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

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...

The purpose of this war is to attack, pursue, and destroy a rebellious enemy and to deliver the country from danger menaced by traitors.

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