Best Generals

"Best Generals of the Civil War" the online article I read, listed the top ten greatest generals of the Civil War. It listed Ulysses S. Grant as number one, primarily because he was the lead general during the surrender at Appomattox. The article stated, "It was Grant's understated brilliance that won the Civil War" It listed General Robert E. Lee as second for his ability to get the most out of his men and his resources, which were very few. The article also listed General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson number four because of his military brilliance and his major victory at Chancellorsville. The article listed William Tecumseh Sherman number five because of his aggressiveness and brilliance.

I don't necessarily agree with the article's rankings, but I do agree with the men that it included in the list. These generals were men of valor and integrity. Each of these men led fascinating lives and deserve to be studied for many years to come. These generals were all effective in many different facets of battle. All of these generals in this list, in my opinion, were the best generals during the Civil War.

http://blueandgraytrail.com/features/bestgenerals.html

"Best Generals of the Civil War." Best Generals of the Civil War. Web. 15Apr 2010.