George Edward Pickett

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George Edward Pickett

GEORGE EDWARD PICKETT American confederate soldier, best known for his brave but hopeless charge at Gettysburg - his greatest feat was at the 1865 battle of Five Forks. Date: 1825 - 1875

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This evocative photograph captures the image of General George Edward Pickett, a prominent figure in American Civil War history. Born on January 28, 1825, in Virginia, Pickett rose to prominence as a Confederate Army officer, best known for his brave but ultimately hopeless charge at the Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 1863. Although the charge failed to achieve its intended objective, it has since become one of the most famous military actions in American history. Pickett's greatest feat, however, occurred at the Battle of Five Forks on April 1, 1865. Leading his troops in a daring attack against Union forces under the command of General Philip Sheridan, Pickett managed to capture two key roads, effectively cutting off the Confederate retreat from Richmond. This victory bought precious time for Confederate forces to evacuate the city, but it was ultimately not enough to prevent the Confederate defeat in the war. Despite the mixed success of his military career, Pickett remains a symbol of Confederate bravery and determination. His image, with its stern expression and military bearing, conveys the gravity of the times and the weight of responsibility that rested on the shoulders of Civil War commanders. The photograph, taken between 1825 and 1875, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and heroism of the men who fought in the American Civil War.

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