When was George B. McClellan born and where?
George Brinton McClellan was born in Philadelphia on the 3rd of December 1826.
Questions about George B. McClellan
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How did George B. McClellan enter military service at age 15?
George B. McClellan entered federal service as a cadet at the United States Military Academy in 1842 after his father secured a letter from President John Tyler that waived the usual minimum age requirement of 16.
What role did George B. McClellan play during the Mexican War?
George B. McClellan served as an engineering officer during the war and received brevet promotions to first lieutenant for services at Contreras and Churubusco and to captain for his service at Chapultepec.
Why was George B. McClellan removed from command of the Army of the Potomac?
Lincoln ordered that he be removed from command on the 5th of November 1862 because he failed to pursue Lee aggressively after the Battle of Antietam.
When did George B. McClellan win the election for governor of New Jersey?
George B. McClellan won the general election for governor of New Jersey in 1877 after being nominated by acclamation by the state convention.