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General William Tecumseh Sherman Collection

General William Tecumseh Sherman was a prominent figure in American history, known for his military leadership and strategic brilliance

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: View of Central Park and Sherman statue from the windows of Hotel Netherland, N.Y. c1905-1915

View of Central Park and Sherman statue from the windows of Hotel Netherland, N.Y. c1905-1915. Creator: Unknown
View of Central Park and Sherman statue from the windows of Hotel Netherland, New York, N.Y. between 1905 and 1915

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William Tecumseh Sherman, U.S.A. (1913). Creator: Unknown

General William Tecumseh Sherman, U.S.A. (1913). Creator: Unknown
General William Tecumseh Sherman, U.S. Army, published drawing, Entering Capitol, 19th century, (1913)

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917

General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. [Detail of the base of an equestrian statue of American Civil War Major General William Tecumseh Sherman

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: Young man in uniform standing in front of Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1916 and 1918

Young man in uniform standing in front of Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1916 and 1918

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: Men in uniform at Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Men in uniform at Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Men in uniform at Sherman Monument, Washington, D.C. between 1916 and 1918. Erected by the Society of the Army of the Tennessee with the Aid of the Congress of the United States, 1903'

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: Gen. William T. Sherman, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Gen. William T. Sherman, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Wm. T. Sherman, between 1855 and 1865. [Commanding General of the US Army during the Civil War]

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William Tecumseh Sherman, US Army, 1869. Creator: Unknown

General William Tecumseh Sherman, US Army, 1869. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Wm. Tecumseh Sherman, U.S.A. 1869. [Commanding General of the US Army during the Civil War]

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William Tecumseh Sherman, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown

General William Tecumseh Sherman, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Wm. Tecumseh Sherman, between 1860 and 1875. [Commanding General of the US Army during the Civil War]

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William T. Sherman, US Army, 1869. Creator: Unknown

General William T. Sherman, US Army, 1869. Creator: Unknown
General Wm. T. Sherman, U.S.A. 1869. [Commanding General of the US Army during the Civil War]

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: Portrait of General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), Before 1891. Creator: Unknown

Portrait of General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), Before 1891. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), Before 1891. In uniform

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: Sherman and His Generals, 1865. Creator: George N. Barnard

Sherman and His Generals, 1865. Creator: George N. Barnard
Sherman and His Generals, 1865...." MAJ. GEN. H. W. SLOCUM. MAJ. GEN. F. P. BLAIR. / Formerly Comd g Army of of the Tenn. Comd g Army of the Tenn. Comd g Military Div. of the Mississippi

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: 8c William T. Sherman proof plate block of four, March 21, 1893

8c William T. Sherman proof plate block of four, March 21, 1893. Top margin block of four 8-cent stamps; plate 269; imperforate

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: 8c William T. Sherman single, 1893. Creator: American Bank Note Company

8c William T. Sherman single, 1893. Creator: American Bank Note Company
8c William T. Sherman single, 1893. Mint

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: 8c William T. Sherman imprint plate block of twelve, March 21, 1893

8c William T. Sherman imprint plate block of twelve, March 21, 1893. Top margin plate block of 12 8-cent stamps; imprint: " American Bank Note Company." ; letter Z Z; plate number 265

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General Bombshells, The True Peace Candidate or The War Path The True One

General Bombshells, The True Peace Candidate or The War Path The True One
AQS256896 General Bombshells, The True Peace Candidate or The War Path The True One, from the Humors of War (engraving) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

Background imageGeneral William Tecumseh Sherman Collection: General William Tecumseh Sherman, retired 1 November 1883, May 1864 (engraving)

General William Tecumseh Sherman, retired 1 November 1883, May 1864 (engraving)
959387 General William Tecumseh Sherman, retired 1 November 1883, May 1864 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: General William Tecumseh Sherman)



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General William Tecumseh Sherman was a prominent figure in American history, known for his military leadership and strategic brilliance. Born in 1820, he rose through the ranks of the US Army to become one of its most respected generals. Throughout his career, General Sherman played a crucial role in several significant events during the mid-19th century. From 1855 to 1865, he served as an influential figure during the Civil War, leading Union forces to victory with his innovative tactics and relentless determination. His impact on the war is evident in various portraits that depict him during this time. The images captured between 1855 and 1875 show a stern yet determined leader who commanded respect from both allies and enemies alike. After retiring from active duty on November 1st, 1883, General Sherman continued to be recognized for his contributions. His legacy extended beyond military achievements; he became an emblematic symbol of strength and resilience. The admiration for General Sherman can be seen even after his passing in photographs taken before his death in 1891. These portraits immortalize him as a man whose actions shaped American history forever. Furthermore, General Sherman's influence extended beyond visual representations. He was commemorated on postage stamps issued by the American Bank Note Company in March 1893 – an honor bestowed upon only a select few individuals who have made significant contributions to their nation. General William Tecumseh Sherman will always be remembered as a legendary military strategist whose unwavering dedication helped preserve the United States during one of its darkest periods. His name continues to inspire awe and respect among historians and citizens alike – proof that true greatness withstands the test of time.