Brigadier General Collection (#2)

General Orlando Bolivar Willcox, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. O.B. Wilcox, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

General Thomas Maley Harris, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. T.M. Harris, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Doctor and soldier]

General James Henry Van Alen, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. J.H. Van Allen, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

General John Cleveland Robinson, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. John C. Robinson, between 1855 and 1865. [Politician and soldier: Union Army officer in the American Civil War; Lieutenant Governor of New York]

General Charles Ewing, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Chas. Ewing, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Lawyer and soldier; son of Interior Secretary Thomas Ewing]

General Innis Newton Palmer, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Palmer, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Innis N. Palmer, cavalry officer]

General Joseph Farmer Knipe, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. J. [F.] Knipe, between 1855 and 1865. [Brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Civil War]

Robert Anderson, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Robert Anderson, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Union commander in the first battle of the American Civil War at Fort Sumter]

General John Converse Starkweather, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Starkweather, between 1855 and 1865. [Officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War]

General Rufus Ingalls, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Rufus Ingalls, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Quartermaster General]

Brigadier General Joseph Hooker, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Brig. Gen. Joseph Hooker, between 1855 and 1865. [Union Army officer: defeated by Confederate General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Chancellorsville during the American Civil War]

Silas Wright of New York, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Silas Wright of N.Y. between 1855 and 1865. [Lawyer, soldier and politician: brigadier general in the New York State Militia; Governor of New York]

General Henry S. Briggs, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Henry S. Briggs, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Lawyer, politician and soldier]

James Shields, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Jas. Shields, between 1855 and 1865. [Politician and US Army officer]

General David McMurtrie Gregg, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Daniel M.M. [sic] Gregg, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Farmer, diplomat, Union cavalry officer]

General August Valentine Kautz, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. August Kautz, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

General Joseph Hooker, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Joe Hooker, between 1855 and 1865. [Union Army officer: defeated by Confederate General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Chancellorsville during the American Civil War]

General Solomon Meredith, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Meredith, between 1855 and 1865. [Farmer, politician and soldier: Union Army general in the American Civil War; Sheriff of Wayne County]

General Albion P. Howe, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Howe, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

General John Joseph Abercrombie, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Abercrombie, between 1855 and 1865. [Brigadier general during the American Civil War]

Major General Thomas Casimer Devin, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Maj. Gen. T.C. Devin ?, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

Brigadier General William High Keim, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Brig. Gen. W.H. Keim, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Politician and soldier]

General Rufus Ingalls, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Rufus Ingalls, between 1855 and 1865. [Quartermaster General]

Lieutenant Colonel William H. Sackett, between 1855 and 1864. Creator: Unknown
Lt. Col. W.H. Sackett, between 1855 and 1864. [Lawyer and soldier: Major of the 9th Regiment of New York Cavalry during the American Civil War]

General John White Geary, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. J.W. Geary, between 1855 and 1865. [Lawyer, politician, Freemason, soldier: Union general in the American Civil War]

General Benjamin Franklin Kelley, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. B.F.?Kelly, between 1855 and 1865. [Brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Civil War]

General Robert Cowdin, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Cowdin, between 1855 and 1865. [Politician, businessman and soldier: Union Army officer during the American Civil War]

Colonel William Dwight Junior, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Col. Dwight [Jr.], between 1855 and 1865. [General in the Union Army during the American Civil War]

General Henry S. Briggs, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Briggs, between 1855 and 1865. [Lawyer, politician and soldier]

General George Alexander Forsyth, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. George A. Forsyth, between 1855 and 1865. [Cavalry officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War]

General James Barnet Fry, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Fry, between 1855 and 1865. [Union Army soldier and author of historical books]

Anson Stager, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Anson Stager, between 1855 and 1865. [Co-founder of Western Union, first president of Western Electric Manufacturing Company, Union Army officer

Philip Cook of Georgia, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Philip Cook of Georgia, 1865-1880. Cook, Hon. Philip of Georgia, between 1865 and 1880. Entered Confederate Army as private in 1861; Brig. Gen

Albert Pike, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Pike, Albert, between 1865 and 1880. [Author, poet, editor, lawyer and soldier: Confederate general, associate justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court in exile. Seen here in Masonic regalia]

William H. F. Payne, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
William H. F. Payne, 1865-1880. Payne, Wm. H. C.S.A. between 1865 and 1880. [Lawyer and soldier in the Confederate States Army

Jacob Miller Campbell of Pennsylvania, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Jacob Miller Campbell of Pennsylvania, 1865-1880. Campbell, Hon. Jacob Miller of PA, between 1865 and 1880. Engaged in steamboating on the lower Mississippi River 1841-1847, Col. of 54th Regiment Pa

Green Clay Smith, of Kentucky, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Green Clay Smith, of Kentucky, 1865-1880. Smith, Hon. Green Clay of Ky. between 1865 and 1880. 2nd Lt. in 1st Regt. Kentucky Vol. Inf. June 9, 1846. Colonel of 4th Regt. Kentucky Vol. Cavalry

Philip Schuyler Crooke of New York, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Philip Schuyler Crooke of New York, 1865-1880. Crooke, Hon. Philip Schuyler of N.Y. between 1865 and 1880. Commanded Fifth Brigade, National Guard in Pa. June & July 1863

General James Shields of Illiinois and Missouri, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
General James Shields of Illiinois and Missouri, 1865-1880. Shields, General James (not in uniform) Senator from Ill. & Missouri, between 1865 and 1880

Thomas J. Henderson of Illinois, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Thomas J. Henderson of Illinois, 1865-1880. Henderson, Hon. Thos. J. of Ill. between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, lawyer and Union Army soldier

Romualdo Pacheco of California, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Romualdo Pacheco of California, 1865-1880. Pacheco, Hon. Romualdo of Cal. between 1865 and 1880. [Politician and Union Army soldier

John M. Bacon, US Navy, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Bacon, John M. U.S.N. between 1865 and 1880. [Possibly a portrait of John Mosby Bacon, general of the United States Volunteers, (not a naval officer)]

Thomas Lanier Clingman of North Carolina, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Clingman, Hon. Thomas Lanier of N.C. (General in the Confederate Army), between 1865 and 1880. [Politician and soldier]. Thomas Lanier Clingman of North Carolina

Thomas Ewing Jr. 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Thomas Ewing Jr. 1865-1880. Ewing, Hon. Thomas Jr. Delegate to the Peace Convention held in Wash. D.C. in 1861, between 1865 and 1880

Henry B. Banning of Ohio, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Henry B. Banning of Ohio, 1865-1880. Banning, Hon. H.B. of Ohio, between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, lawyer and Union Army soldier

General Joseph H. Potter, US Army, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Potter, Gen. J.H. U.S.A. between 1865 and 1880

James Henry Lane, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Lane, Hon. James, between 1865 and 1880. [Politician, lawyer, partisan militia leader and soldier: general in the Union Army; committed suicide]

Alfred Moore Scales of North Carolina, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Hon. Alfred Moore Scales of N.C. C.S.A. [Confederate States of America] General, between 1865 and 1880. [Soldier and politician: Governor of North Carolina]

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"Brigadier General: A Legacy of Leadership and Valor" From Pah tah lom boo to Tartar Brigadier-General 2nd Class Mandarin, the title has echoed through history, symbolizing power and authority. It represents a distinguished rank within military forces across the globe. One notable event that showcased the significance of this position was the visit of the Governor of Canton to Brigadier-General Crawford. This meeting exemplified the respect and diplomatic relations between nations, highlighting the importance placed on brigadier generals as key figures in international affairs. Even in popular culture, brigadier generals have made their mark. In a whimsical cartoon depiction, we see Brigadier-General Sir St John Chelsea capturing our imagination with his larger-than-life persona. Such portrayals remind us that these individuals are not just military leaders but also influential characters who inspire creativity and fascination. The Earl of Erroll's portrayal as a brigadier general in 1902 by Elliott & Fry captures both his regal demeanor and dedication to duty. This image serves as a testament to how these leaders were revered during their time, embodying honor and nobility. Beyond borders, American history reveals numerous brave souls who held this esteemed rank. From Lewis Cass of Michigan to Isaac Ingalls Stevens; from President Franklin Pierce to General John Buford - each individual played an integral role in shaping America's destiny during tumultuous times between 1855 and 1865. Henry Wilson of Massachusetts stands out among them for his contributions both on and off the battlefield. As a brigadier general during this era, he demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while later serving as Vice President under Ulysses S. Grant. General James S. Robinson left an indelible mark on US Army history with his unwavering commitment to duty amidst challenging circumstances during those years between 1855-1865. General William W. Belknap's name resonates with honor and integrity, reminding us of the values that brigadier generals embody.