John Bell Hood Quotes

I knew that if the feat was accomplished it must be at a most fearful sacrifice of as brave and gallant soldiers as ever engaged in battle.

Major, send a shell first over their heads and let them get in their holes before you open with all your guns.

In the name of God and humanity I protest!

I can assure you, that the gallant hearts that throb beneath its sacred folds, will only be content, when this glorious banner is planted first and foremost in the coming struggle for our independence.