Abraham Lincoln actually said...

He returns thanks to the gallant officers and soldiers who won that victory

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

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

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