Pershing described the American forces at San Juan as being made up of men "of North and South." Why did he choose this way of describing the military?

Answer 1

This Pershing??
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_J._Pershing

In the 1860s, what was going on in the US regarding the military??

Answer 2

the spanish american war

Answer 3

The Civil War in the US preceded that, and animosities were still high, no doubt. Why do you think he would feel the need to emphasize North AND South?

Answer 4

huh? im only in the 8th grade can you make that answer easier to comprehend please :)

Answer 5

What happened during the US Civil War?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War

http://www.historyplace.com/civilwar/

http://www.us-civilwar.com/