Service
The 8th Alabama was mustered in at Richmond, Virginia on June 10, 1861.
The regiment surrendered at Appomattox Court House.
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Famous quotes containing the word service:
“We have in the service the scum of the earth as common soldiers.”
—Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke Wellington (1769–1852)
“The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.”
—Sun Tzu (6th–5th century B.C.)
“In the service of Caesar, everything is legitimate.”
—Pierre Corneille (1606–1684)