John Pope

American general in Civil War

John Pope - American general in Civil War
Born

March 16th, 1822
203 years ago

Died

1892
133 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

Links & References

Served as a Union general during the American Civil War. Led the Army of Virginia in 1862 and commanded troops at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Defeated at the hands of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, he was later appointed to command the Department of the Northwest during the Indian Wars. Contributed to military operations in the West and was involved in various campaigns against Native American tribes.

Commanded the Army of Virginia

Led troops at the Second Battle of Bull Run

Participated in the Indian Wars

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