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Winfield Scott (June 13, 1786 – May 29, 1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as Commanding General of the United States Army from 1841 to 1861, having taken part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War, and also in the American Indian Wars earlier in his career.
Jul 19, 2024 · Winfield Scott was an American army officer who held the rank of general in three wars and was the unsuccessful Whig candidate for president in 1852. He was the foremost American military figure between the Revolution and the Civil War.
Feb 2, 2024 · Winfield Scott was a significant military leader from the War of 1812 to the beginning of the Civil War. He led American forces to victory during the Mexican-American War and devised the Anaconda Plan, which helped the Union claim victory in the Civil War.
Nov 6, 2009 · Winfield Scott Hancock was a celebrated Civil War general who served with distinction at the Battle of Williamsburg and keyed the Union victory at Gettysburg.
On July 5, 1841, Scott assumed office as Commanding General of the United States Army, its most senior position, and was promoted to Major General. In this role, he led American forces in Mexico during the Mexican-American War, earning him even more national recognition and prestige.
Mar 7, 2023 · Winfield Scott was a hero of the Mexican War (1846–1848), the last Whig Party candidate for U.S. president, and commanding general of the United States Army at the start of the American Civil War (1861–1865).
Winfield Scott Hancock impressed his superiors and his soldiers alike. After the Battle of Williamsburg , General George B. McClellan wrote to his wife, “Hancock was superb today.” “Superb” stuck with him throughout the war.
