With like unanimity the chief officers of the army assigned the first place to General Grant, and never in any other war of modern times has there been equal opportunity for the applications of a satisfactory test to leaders.
Boutwell emphasizes the unique circumstances of the Civil War that allowed for a clear assessment of military leaders, particularly General Grant.
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