Quote by Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman

I think I understand what military fame is; to be killed on the field of battle and have your name misspelled in the newspapers.

I think I understand what military fame is; to be killed on

Summary

This quote humorously captures the irony and fleeting nature of military fame. It suggests that true military fame comes at the cost of one's life on the battlefield, only to be reduced to a mere misspelled name in the newspapers. It highlights the notion that fame gained through war is often trivialized and forgotten, emphasizing the transience and insignificance of such glory.

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By Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman

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