Henry M. Cist
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Henry M. Cist was a military officer from the United States, best known for The Army of the Cumberland.
Quick Facts About Henry M. Cist
- Born
- February 20, 1839
- Died
- December 16, 1902
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Military Officer
- Notable works
- The Army of the Cumberland
About Henry M. Cist
Henry Martyn Cist was an American soldier, lawyer, and author who was a Union Army captain and staff officer during the American Civil War. On December 11, 1866, he was nominated and on February 6, 1867, he was confirmed for appointment to the grade of brevet brigadier general of volunteers, to rank from March 13, 1865. He is most noted for his classic and oft-referenced 1882 book The Army of the Cumberland. In addition, Cist led pioneering efforts to preserve and interpret the sites of the battles of Chickamauga and Chattanooga.
Biography source: Wikipedia
