I hardly know my sphere in Kentucky, but it will be
political and military combined. I think Anderson wanted me because he knows I
seek not personal fame or glory, and that I will heartily second his plans and
leave him the fame. Most assuredly does he esteem my motives. Not till I see
daylight ahead do I want to lead. But when danger threatens and others slink away
I am and will be at my post.
SOURCE: M. A. DeWolfe Howe, Editor, Home Letters of
General Sherman, p. 219.
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