Edwin M. Stanton quotes

Edwin M. Stanton was an American lawyer and politician, most famous for serving as Secretary of War under President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War. His strong leadership and organizational skills played a crucial role in the Union victory. He became a symbol of determination and loyalty during one of the most turbulent eras in American history. Here are 6 of his quotes:

I know General Grant better than any other person in the country can know him. It was my duty to study him, and I did so day and night, when I saw him and when I did not see him, and now I tell you what I know, he cannot govern this country.

Edwin M. Stanton

The prisoners for better security against conversation shall have a canvas bag put over the head of each and tied around the neck, with a holes for proper breathing and eating, but not seeing.

Edwin M. Stanton

All persons harboring or secreting the conspirators or aiding their concealment or escape, will be treated as accomplices in the murder of the President and shall be subject to trial before a military commission, and the punishment of death.

Edwin M. Stanton

There lies the most perfect ruler of men the world has ever seen. Now he belongs to the ages.

Edwin M. Stanton

Come here immediately and see if you can find the murderer of the President.

Edwin M. Stanton