Famous quote by James Longstreet

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"I cannot help but think that great results would have been obtained had my views been thought better of; yet I am much inclined to accept the present condition as for the best"

- James Longstreet

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This quote is written / told by James Longstreet between January 8, 1821 and January 2, 1904. He/she was a famous Soldier from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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