US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: William Tecumseh Sherman
In this resource students can read an account of all the postings that made up Sherman's military career. It includes a color portrait.
Tennessee Historical Society
Tennessee Encyclopedia: George Henry Thomas 1816 1870
A very thorough look at George Henry Thomas' service in the Union Army, eventually becoming commander of the Army of the Cumberland.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Of Generals and Soldiers
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.
PBS
Pbs: David Farragut
As a companion to PBS's "The Civil War," this site offers a brief biography of David Farragut.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War Biography: Robert Anderson
Biographical profile of Major Robert Anderson, who had command of Fort Sumter at the start of the Civil War.