Civil War Leaders
Learn more about the Union and Confederate leaders who defined the Civil War era.
Benjamin F. Cheatham
Descended from one of the state’s “first families,” Benjamin Franklin Cheatham had important political connections. In addition, his father, Leonard...
John Buford
VIDEO | Wayne Motts of the National Civil War Museum details the life and service of Union Brigadier General John Buford.
George Sears Greene
George Sears Greene was one of the oldest field commanders in the Federal army during the Civil War. He served with distinction in several key...
Isaac I. Stevens
Isaac Ingalls Stevens began his military career after graduating first in his class from the United States Military Academy in 1839. He was...
James A. Garfield
After waiting several months to receive a military commission from Ohio’s governor, ardent anti-secessionist James A. Garfield was offered the...
Samuel R. Curtis
Biography of Union General Samuel Ryan Curtis began his military career after graduating from the United States Military Academy in 1831. He was sent...
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