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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: William Tecumseh Sherman

For Students 9th - 10th
In this resource students can read an account of all the postings that made up Sherman's military career. It includes a color portrait.
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Tennessee Historical Society

Tennessee Encyclopedia: George Henry Thomas 1816 1870

For Students 9th - 10th
A very thorough look at George Henry Thomas' service in the Union Army, eventually becoming commander of the Army of the Cumberland.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Of Generals and Soldiers

For Students 5th - 8th
Many of the generals on both sides of the Civil War were friends and acquaintances because of their service in the Mexican War. Read about some of these generals and see on which side they fought and why.
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PBS

Pbs: David Farragut

For Students 6th - 8th
As a companion to PBS's "The Civil War," this site offers a brief biography of David Farragut.
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American Battlefield Trust

American Battlefield Trust: Civil War Biography: Robert Anderson

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical profile of Major Robert Anderson, who had command of Fort Sumter at the start of the Civil War.