General Butler said the future nuclear force would have to be more flexible, able to respond to changing threats within 48 hours.

General Butler said he had not granted an interview since last summer to avoid saying anything that could be construed as self-serving.

General Butler, you have had your scouts out there on both sides of the river.

General Butler, wary of saying anything that could hurt his chances, has declined interviews since last summer.

Since then, General Butler said, he has received letters and calls of support from active and retired officers.

General Butler came from behind his desk, looking angry I and disapproving.

A Union army regiment was later formed under the same name after General Butler took control of the city.

General Butler ordered her to appear before him.

General Butler replied, "You are not to go through the picket lines without my permission, is that clear?"

By all accounts, General Butler was a national hero.