The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln by Alex Ayres

The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln by Alex Ayres

Author:Alex Ayres
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-10-24T16:00:00+00:00


HOOKER, JOSEPH

When President Lincoln could no longer tolerate General George B. McClellan’s “waiting campaign” tactics, he relieved McClellan and placed General Joseph Hooker in charge of the army.

General Hooker, eager to convey the impression of vigorous activity, reported his movements to the president in a dispatch labeled “Headquarters in the Saddle.”

“The trouble with Hooker,” remarked Lincoln, examining the dispatch, “is that he’s got his headquarters where his hindquarters ought to be.”

(see GENERALS)



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