Army Of The West Schofield, Thomas, Slocum, Mcpherson, Sherman, Howard, And Rousseau (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Army of the West: Schofield, Thomas, Slocum, McPherson, Sherman, Howard, and Rousseau (U.S. Civil War) "Army of the West" is a designation used for several Union armies during the American Civil War. The specific reference given here refers to the Army of the West under the command of Major Generals Thomas, Sherman, and Schofield, with notable division commanders such as Slocum, McPherson, Howard, and Rousseau. Throughout the war, this army was instrumental in several key campaigns, including the New Mexico Campaign (1862), the Red River Campaign (1864), and the Atlanta Campaign (1864). This Army of the West played a significant role in the Union's eventual victory in the Civil War.