Who led the march to the sea during the Civil War?

The march to the sea during the Civil War was led by General William Tecumseh Sherman. This military campaign took place from November to December 1864 and involved a significant movement of Union forces from Atlanta, Georgia, to the coastal city of Savannah. The purpose of the march was to make war in a way that would undermine the Confederacy’s capacity and will to fight, employing tactics such as destroying supply lines, infrastructure, and civilian property that supported the Confederate war effort.

Sherman's approach, often referred to as "total war," aimed to create a psychological impact on both the Confederate soldiers and the Southern civilian population. By wreaking havoc on the resources and morale of the Confederacy, Sherman's march helped to expedite the end of the war. His strategies are still studied today for their effectiveness and implications in military tactics.

In contrast, Ulysses S. Grant was primarily focused on the overall strategy of the Union Army and engaged in battles in the Western and Eastern theaters but was not directly involved in the march to the sea. Robert E. Lee was the commander of the Confederate Army and fought against Union forces, playing a crucial role in defending the South but not leading the march. George McClellan, who commanded the Army of