I hope no one takes offense at the topic of this thread - I admire George H. Thomas and the dedication he displayed to his cause, and for supporting the rights of freedmen after the war.
George H. Thomas is notable as one of the best corps and army commanders of the war, and for being one of the most prominent Southerners to choose their nation over his state. He struggled over his choice, but it seems his Northern wife Frances Kellogg likely influenced his decision somewhat. But what if he never met his wife, and chose Virginia over his nation? Thomas would be one of the most senior officers to go South, and would certainly gain a major command quickly, likely in Virginia to begin with.
@Marse Lee, I thought this might interest you.
George H. Thomas is notable as one of the best corps and army commanders of the war, and for being one of the most prominent Southerners to choose their nation over his state. He struggled over his choice, but it seems his Northern wife Frances Kellogg likely influenced his decision somewhat. But what if he never met his wife, and chose Virginia over his nation? Thomas would be one of the most senior officers to go South, and would certainly gain a major command quickly, likely in Virginia to begin with.
@Marse Lee, I thought this might interest you.
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