Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 to William Hopkins Morris
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01223 Author/Creator: Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 17, 1882 Pagination: 4 p. ; 21 x 13 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to Union General Morris about revising the Infantry Tactics. Informs that he has decided to not change the tactics during the short time he has remaining in office as it will take several years to process. Remarks, "Therefore I must beg you to hold your horses another full year when [Philip] Sheridan may think it wise to open up the subject." Compares the infantry tactics to clothing for the body, " ... a correct deportment for good society - yet we cannot afford to change our fashions as often as would the Tailor, or Master."
Written on printed stationery of headquarters of the army. Back page tipped to a border.
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