William McKinley actually said...

One and all have displayed the most conspicuous gallantry and earned the gratitude of the nation.

May the Father of Mercies protect and comfort them.

Your splendid command has endured not only the hardships and sacrifices incident to campaign and battle, but in stress of heat and weather h...

All persons who, either by active aid or by honest submission, co-operates with the United States in its efforts to give effect to this bene...