Connect to Self
If I was to write a speech about a hero, I would pick my dad. My dad is an amazing person who not only helps me, but others and the community too.
Leaders of the NorthAbraham LincolnAbraham Lincoln proved to be a great use to the union, for he never strayed from protecting the union. Lincoln had a hard time finding fitting leaders for the U.S. army.
Ulysses S. GrantAfter many failed attempts at finding a general, Lincoln finally chose General Ulysses S. Grant. Grants views were very simple, and he always got the gob done. Grant was a strong believer in total warfare, which won him his fair share of battles.
Irvin McDowellGeneral Irvin McDowell was appointed by Lincoln to lead the Union Army. He underestimated the power of the South at the battle of Bull Run after telling president Lincoln that they would win the battle, and lost his position as general.
George B. McClellanAfter McDowell war relieved of his duties, Lincoln chose George B. McClellan as the new General. At the battle of Antietam, McClellan had almost won the battle, but lost after not completely defeating the Confederate Army. A furious Lincoln fired McClellan on the spot.
George C. MeadeSoon after McClellan was fired, Lincoln appointed General George C. Meade as the new commander. Meade was able to win at the battle of Gettysburg, but the loss of so many soldiers made Lincoln again need to search for a new leader.
Ambrose BurnsideGeneral Ambrose Burnside was Lincoln's fourth general. He was appointed after George C. Meade. He did not want to command, but tried his best to serve. Due to a horrible defeat at the battle of Fredricksburg, Lincoln relieved him of duty.
Joseph HookerGeneral Joseph Hooker was appointed by Abraham Lincoln after Ambrose Burnside. Hooker was a hero of the Mexican war, and always traveled in style. In spite of his classiness, he was humiliated at the battle of Chancellorsville, and soon relived of his command.
William T. ShermanOne of the most stable leaders and supporters of Grant was William T. Sherman. Sherman was strong, and did not give up easily, which helped Grant win many battles.
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Leaders of the SouthJefferson DavisJefferson Davis was the President of the Confederate States, and also led the South in the Civil War. Jefferson was devoted to the secessionist cause, and agreed to serve the confederacy in any way possible. Unfortunately, he was never able to form a strong, single nation.
Robert E. LeeGeneral Robert E Lee was opposed to slavery and secession. He was asked by Lincoln to command the Union army, but declined because he could not fight for his native state, Virginia. Instead, he became commander of the Union army.
P.G.T. BeauregardP.G.T. Beauregard gave the command to fire the first shot of the civil war.
Albert S. JohnstonA native Texan, General Albert S. Johnston was considered to be one of the best soldiers in the military. He was the second-highest ranking confederate officer. At the battle of Shiloh, Johnston was shot, and kept fighting until he bled to death. Unfortunately there was no way to replace this loss to the confederacy.
Thomas Stonewall JacksonGeneral Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson was a commander in the first major battle of the civil war. He fought in many battles and was almost always victorious, until he died at the battle of Chancellorsville.
J.E.B. StuartJ.E.B. Stuart helped General Lee capture John Brown. He led the Cavalry Corps and had extraordinary skills in intelligence. During the battles of the wilderness he was killed, and soon after the South surrendered.
Nathan Bedford ForrestForrest was considered one of the nations best tactical minds. He led many successful surprise attacks, and many American military schools teach his tactics.
George PickettPickett led one of the worst losses of the Civil War, but blamed it all on General Lee, and swore never to talk to him again.
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What do most of these leaders have in common?
Most of these leaders were generals who were fired or relieved of duty.
Which side seemed to have more stable leadership?
The North proved to have a more stable leadership because they had Lincoln to choose generals.
How is good leadership important in any conflict?
It can determine which side will win, and who has the better argument.
Other Influential Leaders
John Brown
- Led a small group of abolitionists
- Started "Bleeding Kansas"
- Tried, found guilty, sentenced to hanging
- Famous story told in many ways
- Northerners considered him a hero
Harriet Beecher Stowe
- Published an important novel
- Exposed graphic details about slavery
- Novel dramatically divided the nation
Dred Scott
- Famous court case made following rules:
- Slaves were not citizens
- Slaves were property
- Congress could not ban slavery
- The Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional