When was George Crook born and where did he grow up?
George R. Crook was born on the 8th of September 1828 to Thomas and Elizabeth Matthews Crook on a farm near Taylorsville, Ohio.
Questions about George Crook
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What major battles did George Crook fight in during the Civil War?
George Crook fought at the Battle of South Mountain near Burnside's Bridge at Antietam and led his brigade at the Battle of Chickamauga while serving with the Army of the Cumberland.
How did George Crook defeat Native American tribes during the Snake War?
George Crook adopted tactics recommended by predecessor George B. Currey to attack Northern Paiute tribes during winter months when they gathered food and used Indian scouts to locate enemy encampments.
Why did George Crook lose command of the Apache campaign in 1886?
Geronimo and 25 followers slipped away after a soldier sold them whiskey claiming their band would be murdered crossing the border into Mexico which cost George Crook his command.
Where is George Crook buried today?
George Crook was originally buried in Oakland Maryland before remains were transported to Arlington National Cemetery where he was reinterred on the 11th of November 1890.