George Brinton McClellan (December 3, 1826 – October 29, 1885) was a major general during the American Civil War. He organized the famous Army of the Potomac and served briefly (November 1861 to March 1862) as the general-in-chief of the Union Army. Early in the war, McClellan played an important role in raising a well-trained and organized army for the Union. However,...
Date of birth:
- Dec 3, 1826
Country of nationality:
Date of death:
- Oct 29, 1885
Also known as:
- George B. McClellan,
- George McClellan,
- General George Brinton McClellan
