S. Regular Army, on recommendation of General Grant,
and has since been promoted colonel in this service. During his
subsequent career he has won the reputation of being a fine tactician
and of being thoroughly versed in military law, as is indicated by
Major Hancock's commendatory words in 1878:
"I look upon him as by far the best tactician in the
regiment, and as for a thorough, clear knowledge of tactics
his superior is not in the army. As regards military and
civil law, I know of no one so well informed."
His ability and soldierly qualities have also been highly commended by
General Crook, Colonel Hughes--Inspector-General in 1891--and Colonel
----, Inspector-General in 1892.
Not only as a soldier, but in many other ways, has General Daggett
distinguished himself. As a public speaker the following was said of
him by the Rev. S.S. Cummings, of Boston:
"It was my privilege and pleasure to listen to an address
delivered by General A.S. Daggett on Memorial Day of 1891. I
had anticipated something able and instructive, but it far
exceeded my fondest expectations. The address was dignified,
yet affable, delivered in choice language without
manuscript, instructive and impressive, and highly
appreciated by an intelligent audience.
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