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William T Sherman Collection

General William T. Sherman, a prominent figure in American history, is captured through various portraits and depictions throughout the years

Background imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T 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 imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Federal uniforms of the American Civil War, 1861-1865 (chromolitho)

Federal uniforms of the American Civil War, 1861-1865 (chromolitho)
3622361 Federal uniforms of the American Civil War, 1861-1865 (chromolitho) by Ogden, Henry Alexander (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Federal uniforms of the American Civil War)

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: American Generals, A E Burnside, William T Sherman, George G Meade, P H Sheridan, George B McClellan

American Generals, A E Burnside, William T Sherman, George G Meade, P H Sheridan, George B McClellan
970885 American Generals, A E Burnside, William T Sherman, George G Meade, P H Sheridan, George B McClellan, George H Thomas (engraving) by American School

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: William T. Sherman, 1866. Creator: George Peter Alexander Healy

William T. Sherman, 1866. Creator: George Peter Alexander Healy
William T. Sherman, 1866

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Columbia from the Capitol, 1865-1866. Creator: George N. Barnard

Columbia from the Capitol, 1865-1866. Creator: George N. Barnard
Columbia from the Capitol, 1865-1866. Destruction of Columbia after General Shermans men burned the town near the end of the Civil War

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Sherman and His Generals, 1860s. Creator: George N. Barnard

Sherman and His Generals, 1860s. Creator: George N. Barnard
Sherman and His Generals, 1860s

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Company C, 9th Indiana Infantry (Shermans Veterans), 1861-65. Creator: Unknown

Company C, 9th Indiana Infantry (Shermans Veterans), 1861-65. Creator: Unknown
Company C, 9th Indiana Infantry (Shermans Veterans), 1861-65. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Co. E, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown

Co. E, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown
Co. E, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Co. D, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown

Co. D, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown
Co. D, 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Mission Ridge Scene of Shermans Attack, 1860s. Creator: George N. Barnard

Mission Ridge Scene of Shermans Attack, 1860s. Creator: George N. Barnard
Mission Ridge Scene of Shermans Attack, 1860s

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: Headquarters of General Sherman or Thomas, Chattanooga, ca. 1864. Creator: George N

Headquarters of General Sherman or Thomas, Chattanooga, ca. 1864. Creator: George N
Headquarters of General Sherman or Thomas, Chattanooga, ca. 1864

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: 21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown

21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Creator: Unknown
21st Michigan Infantry. Shermans Volunteers, 1861-65. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Background imageWilliam T Sherman Collection: The True Peace Commissioners, 1865. 1865. Creators: Nathaniel Currier

The True Peace Commissioners, 1865. 1865. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
The True Peace Commissioners, 1865. Confederate leaders General Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis stand back-to-back under attack by Union officers Philip H. Sheridan, Ulysses S. Grant, David G



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General William T. Sherman, a prominent figure in American history, is captured through various portraits and depictions throughout the years. From the early 1850s to his death in 1891, these images showcase different stages of his life and career. In an intriguing photograph taken between 1855 and 1865, General Sherman's youthful face exudes determination and ambition. It hints at the future military genius he would become during the Civil War. Another portrait from 1869 captures General Sherman as a seasoned leader in the US Army. His stern expression reflects his unwavering commitment to duty and discipline. A later image, dating between 1860 and 1875, portrays General Sherman with a sense of authority that comes from experience gained on countless battlefields. The lines etched on his face tell stories of sacrifice and triumph. Sherman's leadership during the Civil War is immortalized in George N. Barnard's painting "Sherman and His Generals" from 1865. This artwork symbolizes unity among military leaders who fought for their beliefs during one of America's darkest periods. Even after his death, General Sherman continues to be honored through postage stamps like the stunning proof plate block of four issued on March 21, 1893. The intricate design pays tribute to this legendary figure who played a crucial role in shaping our nation's history. His legacy extends beyond mere visuals; it encompasses his strategic brilliance as well as his impact on American society during Reconstruction following the war. As depicted by an engraving featuring other notable generals such as Burnside, Meade, Sheridan McClellan, and Thomas - William T. Sherman stands tall among them all. Lastly, a captivating painting by George Peter Alexander Healy showcases General Sherman in all his post-war glory. The artist skillfully captures both strength and vulnerability within him- reminding us that even great men are not immune to human emotions. Throughout these various depictions, General William T.