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We entered Gettysburg in the afternoon, just in time to meet the enemy entering the town, and in good season to drive him back before his getting a foothold.

~John Buford

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During the whole campaign, from June 27 to July 31, there has been no shirking or hesitation, to tiring on the part of a single man so far as I have seen; the brigade commanders reported none.

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I am disgusted and worn out with the system that seems to prevail.

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It is too late; now I wish I could live.

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I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command.

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Found everybody in a terrible state of excitement on account of the enemy's advance upon this place.

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I have not been able to get any grain yet. It is all in the country, and the people talk instead of working.

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The zeal, bravery, and good behavior of the officers and men on the night of June 30, and during July 1, was commendable in the extreme.

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If I have any choice I would prefer Western Troops.

~John Buford

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If the regulars are to be put together, I believe they would prefer me to the other Cavalry Commanders.

~John Buford

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Biography

Nationality: American

Type: Soldier

Born: March 4th, 1826

Died: December 16th, 1863

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