Quote by William Tecumseh Sherman

My aim, then, was to whip the rebels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. Fear is the beginning of wisdom.

My aim, then, was to whip the rebels, to humble their pride,

Summary

This quote expresses the intention of the speaker to defeat, subdue, and instill fear in their opponents. By seeking to "whip the rebels," they aim to shatter their resistance and bring them to submission. The speaker's intent is to delve into the rebels' deepest hiding places, to instigate fear and dread among them. The quote suggests that through inspiring fear, the speaker hopes to provoke a sense of caution, awakening the rebels to the repercussions of their actions and motivating them to exercise wisdom and restraint.

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