Lancaster's native son, Civil War General WilliamTecumseh Sherman, was a four star militarygenius. He played a major role in the Unionvictory during the Civil War as a brilliant commanderand grand strategist who revolutionized war byincorporating …
Famous Civil War General. His brilliant military strategy was the major force to end the Civil War and preserve the Union.
Commanding General of the United States Army, 1869-1883.
Birthplace, Lancaster, Ohio.