Howard Koslow: George G. Meade

Artist: Howard Koslow
1924 -
Nationality: American
Artwork Year: 1985
Image Size: 12 by 13.75 inches
Overall Size: 18 by 20.625 inches
Medium: Acrylic on Cold Press Illustration Board

Nervous and irritable, General George G. Meade was often called "the Snapping Turtle" -- behind his back, of course. And, at times subordinates found him downright quarrelsome. Yet, at 49 years old, this tall, lean man with a fierce reputation was chosen by President Lincoln to lead the Union Army in the War Between the States; 100,022 soldiers awaited his command. Standing before his men, Meade's full beard and sour expression hid an occasionally gentle forbearance, while his cold blue eyes demanded great courage and perseverance. He was a leader and an intelligent -- if rigid -- military man. He graduated from West Point in 1835. After serving in the Seminole War, however, he resigned from the Army and became a successful civil engineer. But in 1842, he rejoined the Army and would serve under Zachary Taylor in the Mexican War. By the time he was placed in command of the Army of the Potomac, Meade had proven himself, having led engagements at the Second Battle of Bull Run, Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville. But it was at the Battle of Gettysburg that Meade would find a permanent place in history. Plunged into battle by a surprise encounter with Lee's army, Meade took charge of the greatest engagement ever fought on American soil -- and won a vital Union victory.

This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood® Commemorative Proofcard for America's Greatest Military Heroes series, postmarked December 31, 1993.

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