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General Mclellan Dbq

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General McClellan was a famous general during the civil war who lead the Army of the Potomac. President Lincoln wanted him to move forward towards Richmond but General McClellan would hold back until he was finally ordered to move. Him being removed can be considered a loss but it also was a victory for the people back in Washington. George McClellan was somewhat of a perfectionist he would not do anything till the time he didn't have it all figured out, also he was never sure and doubted himself. Another thing that caused him issues is that he overestimated the abilities and manpower of his enemies. George McClellan was considered to be a perfectionist and would never take the next step until everything else wasn't all figured out. He wanted more reinforcements but President Lincoln had to explain to him that this would not be a wise move. The amount of time it would take President Lincoln to get him reinforcements would be enough for the “rebels” or the confederates to gain upon him and be able to take him on easily. Even though President Lincoln stayed calm he was still impatient, he ordered McClellan and said he must move. This is because if the orders were not given McClellan would have stayed back and would doubt him self upon when to move. [Document A and B] …show more content…

He can be considered one of the reason to make the union wait longer for its victory. McClellan kept fearing the amount of soldiers that Lee would bring and was slowing down instead of moving towards the Confederate capital in Richmond. He slowed down because he thought that his army was unfit for battle and wanted more reinforcements. President Lincoln even tried to assure him and helped him strategize by telling him that he must think like his enemy and if he continues to do what he is instructed to do he will achieve his goal in no time. [ Documents G and

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