Civil War Leaders
Learn more about the Union and Confederate leaders who defined the Civil War era.
The Key in Lincoln's Pocket
An article written by Elisa De Togni, National History Day winner, on the battle of Vicksburg and its decisive qualities.
Alfred Pleasonton
Alfred Pleasonton received an appointment to the United States Military Academy in 1840, and graduated seventh in a class of 25 in 1844. He served...
Benjamin McCulloch
Unlike many generals who served during the Civil War, Benjamin McCulloch did not receive formal military training prior to the outbreak of war. Born...
Portraying Abraham Lincoln
"Portraying Abraham Lincoln" is written by Rob Brugler. It is offered as part of the Civil War Trust Teachers Regiment professional development...
W.H.F. “Rooney” Lee
Born at Arlington in 1837, William Henry Fitzhugh Lee was the second son of Robert E. Lee and Mary Anna Randolph Custis. His pedigree included “Light...
George Crook
George Crook graduated 38th out of a class of 43 from the United States Military Academy in 1852. He was commissioned in the 4th Infantry and was...
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