I do not recall any example in history where a peaceful nation, ignorant of military discipline, becoming divided into hostile sections, developed such military power, courage and endurance as did the United States and Confederate States in our Civil War.
Sherman noted the unprecedented military capabilities developed by the United States during the Civil War despite its peaceful origins.
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It is not in my blood and these gentlemen cannot put it there.
Nothing is wanting but cultivation to make this a most delightful country.
I have given my views, speaking for no other man, frankly and fearlessly, and I will stand by them now and in the future.
It seems to me that in the present condition of our finances there is no necessity for conferring these large powers on the Secretary of the Treasury.
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