George Crook

About

Military Major General who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War and also fought in the Indian Wars of the late nineteenth century.

Before Fame

He began his military career as a second lieutenant in the 4th United States infantry regiment, participating in Native American battles in Oregon and California.

Trivia

He fought in Civil War Campaigns in Northern and Southwest Virginia.

Family Life

He wed Mary Tapscott Dailey, a Virginian by birth.

Associated With

During the Shenandoah Campaign, he fought alongside Union General Philip Sheridan's forces.