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.

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

Summary

The quote reflects the speaker's intention to assert dominance over the rebels by defeating them in battle, breaking their spirit, and instilling fear in them. The speaker is motivated by the desire to completely subdue the rebels and make them deeply apprehensive of any future conflict with their forces. The quote exemplifies a strategy rooted in the belief that fear and intimidation will secure victory and deter rebellion.

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Fear

By William Tecumseh Sherman

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