Tecumseh Sherman

I am William TecumsehSherman

I was a union general. An ohio born graduate of West Point, he fought in the mexican war, worked as a banker and military school superintendent, and rejoined the army when war began. I led troops at the disastrous battle of bull run. At one point early in the war, he lost his command and even considered suicide.

In March 1862, I received command of the 5th Division, Army of the Tennessee, and fought bravely at shiloh, Tennesse. He served with grant in the battles leading u to the capture of Vicksburg, Mississippi. He directed the attack that led to the city's surrender. In 1864, I succeeded Grant as commander of the western forces.

ACCOMPLISHMENTSAfter a summer of long sieges and bitter fighting, Sherman's forces captured Atlanta.

Famous Quote"War is cruelty. There is no use trying to reform it. The crueler it is, the sooner it will be over."

Fun FactsMy Birthday is on February, 8 on 1820

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