XXIV
DEMAGOGUES AND DISSENSION
1862 was a period of confusion and turmoil. Cabals, intrigues and wirepulling permeated every department at Washington, spreading dissension, insubordination and distrust amongst the army. Efforts of commanding officers were neutralized and change followed change. As an instance: General Burnside, when at the head of the Army of the Potomac, resolved to suppress insubordination, and
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