Confederate Generals and Their Impact

The video discusses the key Confederate generals during the Civil War, highlighting their ranks, roles, and contributions. It contrasts the characteristics of Southern generals with their Northern counterparts, emphasizing their military training and command styles. The video also covers notable generals with independent commands and the challenges faced by the Southern High Command due to limited resources and difficulties in replacing lost leaders.

Who was the adjutant general of the Confederacy?

• Robert E. Lee

• Joseph E. Johnston

• Samuel Cooper

• Albert Sidney Johnston

Which Confederate general was killed at the Battle of Shiloh?

• Albert Sidney Johnston

• Joseph E. Johnston

• Robert E. Lee

• PGT Beauregard

Which Southern general is considered the most important and well-known?

• Samuel Cooper

• PGT Beauregard

• Joseph E. Johnston

• Robert E. Lee

What was a key difference between Southern and Northern generals?

• Northern generals were less trained.

• Southern generals were generally well-trained and disciplined.

• Northern generals rarely took chances.

• Southern generals were often political appointees.

Which Confederate general is associated with the Battle of Chickamauga?

• Stonewall Jackson

• John Bell Hood

• Braxton Bragg

• James Longstreet

Which general was known for his independent command and flamboyance?

• James Longstreet

• Nathan Bedford Forrest

• John Bell Hood

• Braxton Bragg

Who almost captured Washington DC in 1864?

• Du Bois Anderson Early

• James Longstreet

• Earl Van Dorn

• Stonewall Jackson

Which Southern division commander was killed at the Battle of Franklin?

• AP Hill

• D H Hill

• Aliana despo

• Patrick Laver

What was a significant challenge for the Southern High Command?

• Overabundance of resources

• Insufficient training

• Inability to replace lost commanders

• Lack of political support

Which Southern general was known for his fiery temperament?

• AP Hill

• D H Hill

• Patrick Laver

• John V Gordon