They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-01-11 10:01

Meaning of They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance

They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance quote

 John Sedgwick's actual last words are believed to be "All right, my man; go to your place."

One of the final words of a Union Civil War general, John Sedgwick, who got shot by a sniper after saying these at the Battle of Spotsylvania on May 9, 1864. 

Origin of They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance

This quote is attributed to General John Sedgwick (September 13, 1813 – May 9, 1864) 
 

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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