General William Tecumseh Sherman was not necessarily "afraid" of the South, but he was deeply aware of the challenges and complexities posed by Southern society during the Civil War. He understood the resilience and determination of Southern forces and the potential for guerrilla warfare, which could prolong the conflict. Sherman's strategy of total war, particularly during his famous March to the Sea, was aimed at breaking the South's will to fight by targeting not just military targets but also infrastructure and civilian resources, reflecting his recognition of the South's social and economic resilience.
* The Department of South Carolina was commanded by General William J. Hardee. * Major General Joseph Wheeler commanded the CSA Cavalry Corps. * Major General Gustavus Smith commanded the Georgia Militia.
Major General William T. Sherman was a leader fighting for the North or Union side.
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William Tecumseh Sherman. And to this day, no Southerner will ever name his child Sherman.
destroy the South's strategic and economic capacity to fight.
William Sherman Sherman was the Northern General. Hood replaced Johnston for the South.
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* The Department of South Carolina was commanded by General William J. Hardee. * Major General Joseph Wheeler commanded the CSA Cavalry Corps. * Major General Gustavus Smith commanded the Georgia Militia.