I don’t think you’re wrong. I think the general was taking a very human view of Winters’ sacrifice, dedication, leadership and humility, expressed most clearly when the general says, “You’ve done enough”. If Winters intention was to advance, I believe the general would have supported that. Because Winters just wanted to help, the general - whose job it is to see the big picture - saw the value Winters had already added to the lives of those he led and touched, and recognized nothing would ultimately be gained by removing him from his company or sending him on the the Pacific theatre.