People of the Civil War

1. People of the Civil War • Kiara Allen

2. Jefferson Davis • Born June 3, 1808. • He was the son- in – law of president Zachery Taylor. • He was a representative and senator from Mississippi. • Graduated from the U.S. military academy in West Point New York. • He served in the Black Hawk war in 1832. • He died December 6, 1889

3. Ulysses S Grant • Born in Point Pleasant Ohio, April 27, 1822 • He served the Mexican War • Married Julia Dent • His first duty in the Civil War was as Colonel of the "Governor Gate's Hellions" which he soon shaped up. • On October 25th, 1862, Grant was again restored to a command post of prominence, with his appointment to the Army of Tennessee. • Died in July 23, 1885

4. Robert E. Lee • Born on January 19, 1807 • Nickname was “Marble Man” • His years of service in the U.S. was 1829-1861 • His years of service in Canada was 1861-1865 • Superintendent, U.S. Military AcademyArmy of Northern Virginia • Died on October 12, 1870

5. Abraham Lincoln • Born on February 12, 1809 • 16th president of the U.S. • He was a member of the U.S. house of representatives from Illinois's 7th district. • His political party was an Republican • 1832 was his years of service. • His wars was the Black Hawk war. • He died on April 15, 1865

6. William Carney • Born on February 29, 1840 • Served the U.S. army and the Union army • Was a sergeant • In the battle of Fort Wagner, Morris Island • He won the Medal of Honor • Died December 9, 1908

7. Phillip Bazaar • Born in Chile South America • He joined the US Navy • was aboard the USS Santiago de Cuba and served in both assaults on Fort Fischer