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GEORGE BRINTON MCCLELLAN American military, general-in- chief Union Army but removed for not pressing attack : challenged Lincoln for presidency; governor N.J. Date: 1826 - 1885
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1826 1885 Attack Brinton Challenged Chief Governor Lincoln Mcclellan Presidency Pressing Removed
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1. Title: George Brinton McClellan: Union General-in-Chief and Presidential Contender George Brinton McClellan, born on December 3, 1826, was a prominent American military leader and politician who served as the General-in-Chief of the Union Army during the American Civil War. McClellan's military career began in 1846 when he joined the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant in the 1st U.S. Artillery. He gained recognition for his role in the Mexican-American War, where he was instrumental in the capture of Mexico City. During the Civil War, McClellan was appointed as the commander of the Army of the Potomac in 1861. He was known for his meticulous planning and organizational skills, which earned him the nickname "The Young Napoleon." However, his reluctance to attack Confederate forces under General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Antietam led to his removal as General-in-Chief by President Abraham Lincoln. Despite his military setbacks, McClellan continued to make headlines. In 1864, he ran for president against Lincoln on the Democratic ticket, challenging his leadership during the war. McClellan's campaign focused on his military experience and his belief that the war was being mishandled. Although he lost the election, he went on to serve as the Governor of New Jersey from 1878 to 1881. George Brinton McClellan passed away on October 29, 1885, leaving behind a complex legacy. He is remembered for his military accomplishments, his presidential campaign, and his role in shaping American history during a pivotal time in the nation's development. This photograph captures McClellan in his later years, reflecting the wisdom and experience of a man who had lived through significant historical events.
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