General George Mcclellan Collection

Election Day in New York: a polling-place among the "Lower Twenty", 1864. Creator: Unknown
Election Day in New York: a polling-place among the "Lower Twenty", 1864. Crowds at a polling station on 8 November, ...the day of the Presidential election

Presidential electioneering in New York: torchlight procession of the M'Clellan party, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Presidential electioneering in New York: torchlight procession of the M'Clellan party, 1864. Engraving of a sketch by Mr. C. D

Presidential electioneering in New York - a street scene, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Presidential electioneering in New York - a street scene, 1864. Engraving of a sketch by Mr. C. D. Shanly....there was another tremendous demonstration here in favour of M'Clellan

George B. McClellan - Equestrian statues in Washington, D.C. between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Equestrian statues in Washington, D.C. between 1911 and 1942. Sculpture of Major General George B. McClellan by Frederick William MacMonnies

The Civil War in America: General Stuart (Confederate) with his cavalry... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Civil War in America: General Stuart (Confederate) with his cavalry scouting in the neighbourhood of Culpepper Courthouse - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862

The Civil War in America: scene of operations in eastern Virginia, showing M'Clellan's... 1862
The Civil War in America: scene of operations in eastern Virginia, showing M'Clellan's present position, 1862. Map of...an area of about 20, 000 square miles

General George B. McClellan, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Geo. B. McClellan, 1862. [Commanding general of the Union army]

Little Mac, in His Great Two Horse Act, in the Presendential Canvass of 1864, 1864. Creator: John L Magee
Little Mac, in His Great Two Horse Act, in the Presendential Canvass of 1864, 1864

Chicago Nominee: "I knew him, Horatio;a fellow of infinite jest... Where be your gibes now... 1864
Chicago Nominee: " I knew him, Horatio; a fellow of infinite jest...Where be your gibes now?-Hamlet, Act IV [sic], Scene 1", 1864

A Little Game of Bagatelle, 1864. Creator: John L Magee
A Little Game of Bagatelle, Between Old Abe the Rail Splitter & Little Mac the Gunboat General, 1864

Copperheads Worshipping Their Idol, ca. 1864. ca. 1864. Creator: Anon
Copperheads Worshipping Their Idol, ca. 1864

Little Mac Trying to Dig His Way to the White House, But is Frightened by Spiritual Ma... ca. 1864. Creator: Anon
Little Mac Trying to Dig His Way to the White House, But is Frightened by Spiritual Manifestations, ca. 1864

Head Quarters at Harrisons Landing, ca. 1862. ca. 1862. Creator: Anon
Head Quarters at Harrisons Landing, ca. 1862

Scene in Pleasant Valley, Maryland, October 1862. Creator: Alexander Gardner
Scene in Pleasant Valley, Maryland, October 1862. [Staff of Union General George McClellen: " The house of Mrs. Lee...was selected by General McClellan, after the battle of Antietam

George Brinton McClellan, 1888. Creator: Julian Scott
George Brinton McClellan, 1888

The True Issue or "Thats Whats the Matter", 1864. Creator: Currier and Ives
The True Issue or " Thats Whats the Matter", 1864. Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis, presidents of the United States and the Confederacy

General McClellan and Staff, ca. 1863. Creator: Attributed to Alexander Gardner
General McClellan and Staff, ca. 1863

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General George McClellan was a prominent figure during the American Civil War, known for his leadership and military strategies. Born in 1826, he rose through the ranks of the Union Army to become one of its most respected generals. Despite his successes on the battlefield, McClellan's cautious approach often frustrated President Lincoln. In 1862, an unknown creator captured General McClellan in a portrait that showcased his commanding presence and determination. This image became iconic as it portrayed him as "Little Mac, " a nickname given to him by his troops due to his short stature but immense capabilities. During the presidential campaign of 1864, John L Magee depicted McClellan in various political cartoons. One such artwork titled "Little Mac, in His Great Two Horse Act" highlighted McClellan's attempt to secure victory not only on the battlefield but also at the polls. Another cartoon by Magee called "Copperheads Worshipping Their Idol" criticized those who supported McClellan's candidacy while questioning their loyalty to the Union cause. It reflected how divisive politics had become during this tumultuous time. An anonymous artist created a satirical piece titled "Little Mac Trying to Dig His Way to the White House. " This cartoon humorously portrayed McClellan attempting unconventional methods to reach power but being frightened by spiritual matters along the way. The Chicago Platform was another subject of artistic interpretation during this period. An anonymous creator questioned whether it represented peace or war, highlighting one of many debates surrounding General McClellan's political platform. In Alexander Gardner's photograph titled "Scene in Pleasant Valley, " we see General George Brinton McClellan surrounded by soldiers during October 1862. The image captures both camaraderie and tension within their ranks as they prepared for battle. Julian Scott immortalized General George Brinton McClellan with a painting created in 1888.