70 likes | 85 Views
George B. McClellan. 1826 – 1885. born December 3 rd , 1826 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. attended University of Pennsylvania. accepted into US Military Academy in 1842, graduated second in his class. sailed in Mexican-American War.
E N D
George B. McClellan 1826 – 1885
born December 3rd, 1826 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. attended University of Pennsylvania. accepted into US Military Academy in 1842, graduated second in his class. sailed in Mexican-American War. participated in Pacific Railroad Surveys ordered by Secretary of War Jefferson Davis. “McClellan Saddle” married Ellen Marcy in October 1860. Antebellum
The War of the Rebellion • Major General. • Raised well trained and organized army. • General-In-Chief. • Leadership questioned. Popularity grew.
“Cautious” McClellan? • Promoted to rank of major-general. • Aided cause of Union with tactical victories. • Rapid and ingenious military successes gained in short time. • Helped boost morale of Union.
Downfall of McClellan • Battle of Ball’s Bluff. • Joint Commitment on the Conduct of the War. • Lincoln Vs McClellan: the controversy.
The Reconstruction • Presidential Election of 1864. • 24th Governor of New Jersey. • Writer.