A. E. Burnside (Noun)
Meaning
United States general in the American Civil War who was defeated by Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Fredericksburg (1824-1881).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Ambrose Everett Burnside was a United States general in the American Civil War who was defeated by Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Fredericksburg.
- Burnside was known for his distinctive sideburns, which became a popular style during the late 19th century.
- The disastrous defeat at Fredericksburg led to Burnside's removal as commander of the Army of the Potomac.
- A. E. Burnside's military career was marked by several key battles, including the First Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of Antietam.
- Burnside's legacy as a general has been widely criticized due to his poor performance at Fredericksburg.