CHAPTER II.

THOMAS AS A TACTICIAN.

Sherman and Thomas match Horses.--A Contrast drawn between them. --Methodical Habits of Thomas.--System necessary to his Existence. --Fury of his Anger when aroused.--Great Self-control and Coolness in Danger.--Illustrative Incidents of his Imperturbability. --Cold-blooded upon Principle.--He Studies to avoid the display of his Emotions.--Personal Description and Habits in Camp.--His tactical Ability.--Affection of his Soldiers for Thomas.--The Bayard of the Army.--His uniform Success as a Commander.--Thomas entitled to the Credit of Sherman's March to the Sea.--The Battles of that Campaign fought at Nashville by Thomas.--The Battle at Nashville his greatest Action 58