Events with tag - Military Command

June 14, 1861

Nathan Bedford Forrest's Military Rise

Nathan Bedford Forrest's unprecedented advancement from private to lieutenant general in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, showcasing exceptional military leadership despite no formal training.

June 1, 1862

Lee Becomes Confederate Commander

Robert E. Lee was appointed commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on June 1, 1862, following General Joseph E. Johnston's injury at the Battle of Seven Pines. This appointment marked a pivotal moment in Civil War history.

March 18, 1864

Sherman's Appointment as Union Army Commander

General William Tecumseh Sherman was appointed commander of the Military Division of Mississippi, including the Army of Tennessee, marking a crucial turning point in the American Civil War. His appointment led to revolutionary changes in military tactics and strategy.