"After this urgent protest against entering into battle at Gettysburg according to instructions - which protest is the first and only one I ever made during my entire military career - I ordered my line to advance and make the assault"
- John B. Hood
About this Quote
John B. Hood's quote is a testament to his dedication to his task as a military leader. In spite of his immediate demonstration against participating in fight at Gettysburg, he still followed orders and ordered his line to advance and make the assault. This quote reveals his dedication to his duty and his willingness to put aside his own personal sensations in order to satisfy his commitments. It also speaks to his nerve and strength of character, as he was willing to go against his own judgement in order to do what was expected of him. His quote is a suggestion of the significance of following orders and the self-control it takes to do so, even when it breaks one's own beliefs.
This quote is written / told by John B. Hood between June 1, 1831 and August 30, 1879. He/she was a famous Soldier from USA.
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