[lentulusgracchus]

Apparently, many of the secessionists had an inadequate appreciation of the power of numbers and superior strength.

Ah, appeal to force .... in lieu of argument.

Been a while since we've seen that one .... thanks for the memories, it's almost like "Wlat" was still here.

<gently wipes tear from misty eye>

;)

[Rockingham]

Secession put the issues between North and South to the test of military force — which is why it was such a foolish course of action for the South.