0
Philip Sheridan was General-in-Chief of the Army after Sherman, who succeeded Grant. During the Civil War, Sheridan was a remarkable cavalry officer, the first notable one on the Federal side who could rank with the Confederate's many brilliant cavalry officers (Jeb Stuart, N. B. Forrest, and others).
It was really Sheridan more than anyone else who brought the war to a close during its final months. By destroying the cavalry of Jubal Early and burning the crops in the Shenandoah Valley, he broke the Confederate hold on west-central Virginia. In the final days before Appomattox, he seized the Confederate supply reserves and prevented General Lee's army from either heading south to meet their allies in North Carolina (General Johnston's army) or reaching the Confederate food stockpiles in Lynchburg. Without Sheridan, the war in this region might have gone on another few months.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
Vivi
Fran
CoachAdd your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What role did Philip Sheridan play in the Civil War?
the role played by Philip Bazaar during the Civil War
What or who staged a calvary raid north and west of Richmond?
General Philip Sheridan
Was Philip sheridan in the Civil War?
Philip Sheridan was in the Civil War. He played a key role in the Battle of Perryville, the Battle of Cedar Creek, and the Third Winchester Battle. These were all battles fought in the period of the Civil War.
How did Philip Sheridan die?
He died of a heart attack at age 57. His son also died of a heart attack in his 30's
Who were the generals that fought in the battle of cedar creek?
For the Union Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan. For the Confederates Maj. Gen. Jubal Early.
