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Bedford Forrest of the Confederates.
The only reason he wasn't promoted higher was that the Confederate president, Jefferson Davis, preferred to promote West Point graduates, preferably from high-class backgrounds like himself.
After the war, Davis said his biggest mistake was not promoting Bedford Forrest.
Bedford was a great commander, however, it may be a toss up between him and Confederate commander JEB Stuart.
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∙ 12y agoAbout the only one was "Light Horse Harry Lee". Robert E. Lee's father. Calvary wasn't big in the Revolution.
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∙ 8y agoMany people would name J.E. B. Stuart as the best cavalry commander of the US Civil War. He was killed in battle near the end of the war.
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What type of battle formations were designated for cavalry units in the US Civil War?
For the most part both sides in the US Civil War had the identical theories on cavalry combat. Civil War generals such as George B. McClellan, Henry W. Halleck emphasized the saber. West Point instructor, Dennis Hart Mahan held the same ideas. Of course cavalry was also vital in reconnaissance. Few commanders expected cavalry units to rely on firearms. The "saber and spurs" theory believed cavalry charges designed to break through enemy infantry lines was the best technique.
Who was in command of all of General Lee's cavalry in the civil war?
Jeb Stuart
Why the nickname cavaliers in the civil war?
Because the cavalry was the most important part of and army
What is Robert E. Lee known for?
Robert E. Lee led the Army of Northern Virginia in the Civil War.
Why had new military technology changed the role of the cavalry in the US Civil War?
The age old effectiveness of the cavalry charge was negated by the terrain, fortifications and repeating rifles introduced in the US Civil War. The use of cavalry, however, was important for skirmishes, cutting supply lines and was used for scouting purposes.
Who was the Civil War leader?
Abraham lincoln wass the civil war leader
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Was jeb Stuart a calvary leader during the civil war?
He was Lee's main cavalry commander, and one of the best ever. But there were others, like Nathan Bedford Forrest, Fitz Lee, Wade Hampton.
Was Abraham Lincoln the leader of the Civil War?
yes Abraham Lincoln was the leader of the civil war.
Who was the best Calvary leader in the entire civil war?
Calvary is the name of the site of the crucifixion of Jesus just outside Jerusalem; it has absolutely nothing to do with the American Civil War.I guess you mean cavalry and it is possible to argue in favour of any of the many cavalry officers on both sides. My personal vote would be for the US General Benjamin Grierson. It is interesting to note that at the time, several prominent cavalry officers declared that both the Sioux and the Comanche were the "finest light cavalry in the world", a term neverused to describe either Union or Confederate cavalry troops.
Why would commanders have to worry about marching too far from supply trains in the civil war?
They were vulerable to attack by enemy cavalry - especially the Confederate leader Bedford Forrest in Tennessee.
What has the author Anne J Bailey written?
Anne J. Bailey has written: 'A photographic history of Georgia in the Civil War' -- subject(s): Georgia Civil War, 1861-1865, History, Pictorial works, United States Civil War, 1861-1865 'Texans in the Confederate cavalry' -- subject(s): Cavalry operations, Confederate States of America, Confederate States of America. Army. Cavalry, Confederate States of America. Army. Texas Cavalry, History, Texas Civil War, 1861-1865, United States Civil War, 1861-1865 'The Chessboard of War'
What type of battle formations were designated for cavalry units in the US Civil War?
For the most part both sides in the US Civil War had the identical theories on cavalry combat. Civil War generals such as George B. McClellan, Henry W. Halleck emphasized the saber. West Point instructor, Dennis Hart Mahan held the same ideas. Of course cavalry was also vital in reconnaissance. Few commanders expected cavalry units to rely on firearms. The "saber and spurs" theory believed cavalry charges designed to break through enemy infantry lines was the best technique.
Who was in command of all of General Lee's cavalry in the civil war?
Jeb Stuart
What civil war item brought into the resale shop on Pawn Stars was fake?
The cavalry bugle purported to be from the US Civil War was fake.
What are the release dates for Civil War Journal - 1993 Terrible Swift Sword The Union Cavalry?
Civil War Journal - 1993 Terrible Swift Sword The Union Cavalry was released on: USA: 28 September 1994
Leader of the First Volunteer Cavalry Regiment during the Spanish-American War?
Roosevelt
