Episode 2 of 7
McClellan Appointed General-in-Chief
- When
- 1 November 1861
- Where
- Washington, D.C.
George B. McClellan became general-in-chief of all Union armies on November 1, 1861, following Winfield Scott's retirement.
After the Union defeat at Bull Run, Lincoln summoned McClellan from western Virginia. McClellan replaced Scott as general-in-chief on November 1, 1861. He served in this capacity until March 1862, when Lincoln removed him to focus on the Army of the Potomac.
Sources
- George B. McClellan Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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