Winfield Scott quotes

Winfield Scott was an American army general and presidential candidate, widely regarded as one of the most important military leaders in U.S. history. Known for his service in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, and his role in early Civil War planning, he was nicknamed "Old Fuss and Feathers" for his discipline and attention to detail. He helped shape the U.S. Army and left a significant legacy in military tactics and leadership. Here are 6 of his quotes:

Say to the seceded States, "Wayward sisters, depart in peace."

Winfield Scott

Peace won by compromise is usually a short lived achievement.

Winfield Scott

Brave rifles! Veterans! You have been baptized in fire and blood and have come out steel!

Winfield Scott

Lee is the greatest military genius in America, myself not excepted.

Winfield Scott

Major-General McClellan has propagated in high quarters the idea expressed in the letter before me, that Washington was not only "insecure," but in "imminent danger." Relying on our numbers, our forts, and the Potomac River, I am confident in the opposite opinion.

Winfield Scott