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Civil War Leaders

Learn more about the Union and Confederate leaders who defined the Civil War era.

Stonewall Jackson

VIDEO | Watch the American Battlefield Trust's newest In4 with Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War detailing the life of famed Confederate General...

Franz Sigel

Unlike many generals who led during the Civil War, Franz Sigel gained his leadership experience from his service in the army of his home country...

Henry A. Wise

Henry Andrew Wise was born on December 3, 1806, into a prominent landowning family. His father John was a major in the Virginia militia during the...

William Barksdale

William Barksdale earned a reputation among his fellow Confederates for his vehement support of slavery and his eagerness to whip the Yankees...