He was promoted to the rank of brigadier general on September 7, 1862. You can contact the owner of the tree to get more information. Crook had fought Indians in Oregon before the Civil War. Crook Birth Records Crook Death Records Crook Marriage Records Most Common Surnames After Crook Click The Letter That Corresponds To Your Family Name A B C D E Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of George Crook (2280)? Appointed from Ohio to the US Military Academy, and graduated in the Class of 1852, 38th in his class of 43. After the Union Army's defeat at Second Bull Run, Crook and his regiment were attached to the Kanawha Division at the start of the Maryland Campaign. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. His division was detached from the IX Corps for duty in the Department of the Ohio. While he was there, his portrait was painted by artist Herbert A. Crook sent a force under Brigadier General William W. Averell westward towards Saltville, then pushed on towards Dublin with nine infantry regiments, seven cavalry regiments, and 15 artillery pieces, a force of about 6,500 men organized into three brigades. Schmitt, Martin F., General George Crook, His Autobiography, University of Oklahoma Press, 1986, ISBN 0-8061-1982-9. The Southerners gave way, tried to re-form, then broke and retreated up and over the hill towards Dublin. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. When President Ulysses S. Grant sent him to Arizona to fight the Apache, he reorganized his command, employed Indian scouts, and put constant pressure on the roving war parties. Add to your scrapbook. Crook Peak in Lake County, Oregon, elevation 7,834 feet (2,388m),[22] in the Warner Mountains is named after him. George Vernon Crook was born on month day 1892, at birth place, Wyoming, to William J. Crook and Harriet Howell. In 1856 he was promoted to first lieutenant and the following year, commanded the Pitt River Expedition and, in one of the several engagements, was severely wounded by an Indian arrow. General Crook, supplies running low in a country not suited for major foraging, now entertained second thoughts about his orders to push on east and join Sigel in the Shenandoah Valley. Crook City Road passes through there from Whitewood heading toward Deadwood. Crook stationed himself with Hayes' brigade, which was to lead the assault. (September 8, 1828 March 21, 1890)[1][2] was a career United States Army officer, most noted for his distinguished service during the American Civil War and the Indian Wars. Nearby soldiers grabbed their commander's arms and hauled him to the other side. After years of campaigning in the Indian Wars, Crook won steady promotion back up the ranks to the permanent grade of Major General. General George Crook was a career United States Army officer, most noted for his distinguished service during the Civil War and the Indian Wars. Date of Birth - Death September 8, 1828-March 21, 1890. Forest Road 300 in the Coconino National Forest is named the "General Crook Trail." The federal judge affirmed that Standing Bear had some of the rights of U.S. citizens. To open the spring campaign of 1864, lieutenant general Ulysses S. Grant ordered a Union advance on all fronts, minor as well as major. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Gen. Cumberland, Md., March 24. Retrieved 2007-07-08. He was replaced by General Nelson Miles, who used 10,000 soldiers and civilian volunteers, and three years, to force Geronimo to surrender. In February 1865 General Crook was captured by Confederate raiders at Cumberland, Maryland, and held as a prisoner of war in Richmond until exchanged a month later. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. As commander of the Department of the Platte, Crook led the Powder River and Yellowstone expeditions against the Sioux. Please try again later. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. On April 29, 1864, the Kanawha Division marched out of Charleston and headed south. After covering all the escape routes, Crook ordered the charge on the village while intending to view the raid from afar, but his horse got spooked and galloped ahead of Crook's forces toward the village. "[13] In 1898, Crook's remains were transported to Arlington National Cemetery where he was reinterred on November 11. Dismounted, he still wore his high riding boots, and as he stepped into the stream, the boots filled with water and bogged him down. He and his regiment were part of John Pope's headquarters escort at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Miles replaced Crook in 1886 in command of the Arizona Territory and brought an end to the Apache Wars. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. He was assigned to the Pacific Northwest to us new tactics in this war, which had been waged for several years. General George Crookfamily tree Parents Thomas Crook 1788- 1875 Elizabeth Crook 1787- 1844 Wrong General George Crook? On 28 May 1876, Brigadier General George Crook assumed direct command of the Bighorn and Yellowstone Expedition at Fort Fetterman. England and Wales Civil Registration Indexes. George Crook >The American army officer George Crook (1828-1890) campaigned against >Indians in the southwestern and northwestern United States [1], but he was >also an outspoken champion of Indian rights. Nominated to the United States Military Academy by Congressman Robert Schenck, he graduated in 1852, ranking near the bottom of his class. On April 29, 1864, the Kanawha Division marched out of Charleston and headed south. During the 1880s, the Apache nicknamed Crook Nantan Lupan, which means "Grey Wolf.". cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Breaking camp on the morning of May 9, Crook moved his men south to the top of a spur of Cloyd's Mountain. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Seeing that there was little danger from the rebel cannon, Crook ordered the bridge destroyed, and both sides watched in awe as the structure collapsed magnificently into the river. The Crow and Shoshone scouts were particularly apprehensive. He is a figure in the television series Deadwood and is portrayed by Peter Coyote. It should be noted that the official VIII Corps of the Union Army was led by Lew Wallace during this time and its troops were on duty in Maryland and Northern Virginia. Fighting For Paradise: A Military History of the Pacific Northwest, Yardley, Pennsylvania: Westholme Publishing, 2007, p. 167, [11] Michno, Gregory. The barrier caused little delay and the Yankee infantry stormed up the hill and engaged the rebel defenders at close range. He fought at the battle of Chickamauga and was in pursuit of Joseph Wheeler during the Chattanooga Campaign. The wagon train would be left at Goose Creek, and the infantry would be mounted on the pack mules. White to work its way through the woods and deliver a flank attack on the rebel right. Crook led his corps in the Valley Campaigns of 1864 at the battles of Opequon (Third Winchester), Fisher's Hill, and Cedar Creek. Our editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with user-contributed information and web sites for the Crook surname. George Crook was an American military leader whose career spanned the era from the American Civil War to the closing of the Western frontier. Crook returned to Arizona in 1881 when the Apache rose again. Forest Road 300 in the Coconino National Forest is named the "General Crook Trail." General Crook Comes to Arizona General George R. Crook was a stoic man. Crook used Indian scouts as troops as well as to spot enemy encampments. Valerie Mullally 7/05/11. He fought against the Indians in California, where in 1857 he was wounded. At this point the discipline of the Union men wavered, and there was no organized pursuit of the fleeing enemy. Crook was born on September 8, 1828, in Montgomery County, Ohio. But he added, when the Sioux came into possession of the breech-loader and metallic cartridge, which allowed them to load and fire from a horse with perfect ease, they became at . From 1875 to 1882 and again from 1886 to 1888, Crook was head of the Department of the Platte, with headquarters at Fort Omaha in North Omaha, Nebraska. list'll as paint is injured by it." Born on Sept. . Following the Civil War, he fought in the Indian Wars, during the period from 1866 to 1888. The combined forces of Jenkins and McCausland amounted to 2,400 men. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Cloyd's Mountain cost the Union army 688 casualties, while the rebels suffered 538 killed, wounded, and captured. After the Civil War, Crook took command of the U.S. Army in several areas including Ohio, Nebraska, Kansas, Arizona, Missouri and Dakota Territory. Civil War Union Major General. The well-stocked village was attacked and looted in the Battle of Slim Buttes. Within a few minutes General Crook arrived with the rest of the division, and the defenders broke and ran. As the soldiers drew them in, Crook had them remount; they defeated the Paiute and recovered some stolen livestock. [19], He spent his last years speaking out against the unjust treatment of his former Indian adversaries. He was in command of the 3rd Brigade in the District of the Kanawha where he was wounded in a small fight at Lewisburg, VA.[3] Crook returned to command of his regiment during the Northern Virginia Campaign. Warner, Ezra J., Generals in Blue: Lives of the Union Commanders, Louisiana State University Press, 1960-4, ISBN 0-8071-0822-7. Crook led his corps in the Valley Campaigns of 1864 at the battles of Opequon (Third Winchester), Fisher's Hill, and Cedar Creek. The Deadliest Indian War in the West; The Snake Conflict, 1864-1868, Caldwell, Idaho: Caxton Press, 2007, pp. He and his regiment were part of John Pope's headquarters escort at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Chicago, 111.. March 21.-Maj.-Gen. in a Chicago Hotel. While the fight at Cloyd's Mountain was going on, a train pulled into the Dublin station and disgorged 500 fresh troops of General John Hunt Morgan's cavalry, which had just defeated Averell at Saltville. Thomas Crook 1784 - 1841. Before long Crook was assigned to command an infantry brigade in the Army of the Cumberland. Collins. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. There was a problem getting your location. The general noticed that the Northern Paiute used the fall, winter and spring seasons to gather food, so he adopted the tactic recommended by a predecessor George B. Currey]: to attack during the winter. This page was last edited on 10 November 2022, at 03:40. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Crook successfully campaigned against the Snake Indians in the 1864-68 Snake War, where he won nationwide recognition. On 14 June, the column was joined by 261 Shoshone and Crow allies. Before long Crook was assigned to command an infantry brigade in the Army of the Cumberland. Gen. Crook due to his many successful Indian campaigns in the west. The site formerly known as Fort Crook is now part of Offutt AFB, Nebraska. In 1872 Crook was appointed brigadier general in the regular army, a promotion that passed over and angered several full colonels next in line. Grant instructed Crook to march his force, the Kanawha Division, against the railroad at Dublin, Virginia, 140 miles (230km) south of Charleston. While he was there, his portrait was painted by artist Herbert A. Collins. Crazy Horse led a counter-attack against Crook the next day, but was repulsed by Crook's superior numbers. [5], Crook was promoted to first lieutenant in 1856, and to captain in 1860. He died suddenly in Chicago in 1890 while serving as commander of the Military Division of the Missouri. Betty Crook 1782 - 1815. The Confederates, now commanded by Colonel McCausland, waited on the east side of the New River to defend the bridge. His troops halted in their marching order. On 17 June, Crook's column set out at 0600, marching northward along the south fork of Rosebud Creek. Crook sent a force under Brigadier General William W. Averell westward towards Saltville, then pushed on towards Dublin with nine infantry regiments, seven cavalry regiments, and 15 artillery pieces, a force of about 6,500 men organized into three brigades. For the musician, see, sfn error: no target: CITEREFEicherEicher2001 (, sfn error: no target: CITEREFWarner1964 (, Biography of Herbert Alexander Collins, by Alfred W. Collins, February 1975, 4 pages typed, in the possession of Collins' great-great grand-daughter, D. Dahl of Tacoma, WA, Last edited on 10 November 2022, at 03:40, List of American Civil War generals (Union), "Guide to the George Crook Papers 1863-1890", "A real injustice was done to these two old scouts:A VA claim file of an Indian Scout", "Reviews/Film; A Revisionist Portrait Of an Apache Warrior", Guide to the George Crook papers at the University of Oregon, Appletons' Cyclopdia of American Biography, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=George_Crook&oldid=1121028772. In 1890, Crook's remains were transported to Arlington National Cemetery, where he was reinterred on November 11. These wilderness skills led one of his aides to liken him to Daniel Boone, and more importantly, provided a strong foundation for his abilities to understand, navigate and use Civil War landscapes to Union advantage. McCausland, without the resources to oppose the Yankees any further, withdrew his battered command to the east. 79 (1978) p.132, [10] Nelson, Kurt. Nelson A. Major General, used in executing this colossal task. His good friend and Union Army subordinate, future President Rutherford B. Hayes, named one of his sons George Crook Hayes (September 29, 1864 - May 24, 1866), in honor of his commanding officer. George Crook family tree Family tree Explore more family trees. That night, a soldier who sold them whiskey said that his band would be murdered as soon as they crossed the border. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. He later took a prominent role in the battles of Five Forks, Amelia Springs, Sayler's Creek and Appomattox Court House. He commanded the Pitt River Expedition of 1857 and, in one of several engagements, was severely wounded by an Indian arrow. After moving to the agency, White Thunder enlisted in 1871 as a scout for General George Crook, serving for several years. At Crooks death, his old adversary, Red Cloud, said He never lied to us. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. After covering all the escape routes, Crook ordered the charge on the village while intending to view the raid from afar, but his horse got spooked and galloped ahead of Crook's forces toward the village. All the tribes tell the same story. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. General William Sherman said the greatest Indian fighter of them all was General Crook. [5] Along with the title of his department Crook added "Army of West Virginia". 0 cemeteries found in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, USA. The fresh troops hastened towards the battlefield, where they soon met their compatriots retreating from Cloyd's Mountain. Major General George Crook married Mary Tapscott Dailey and had 4 children. He served in Oregon and northern California, fighting against several Native American tribes. "All things point to early action", the commander of the second brigade, Colonel Rutherford B. Hayes, noted in his diary. He was assigned to the Pacific Northwest to us new tactics in this war, which had been waged for several years. Nevertheless, he was appointed as a replacement for David Hunter in command of the Department of West Virginia the following day. [9] Crook had his cavalry approach the Paiute on foot in attack at their winter camp. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. In places, Crook's engineers had to build bridges across wash-outs before the army could advance. Colonel Hayes kept his head and organized a force of about 500 men from the soldiers milling about the site of their victory. TheApache went on the warpath two years later, and Crooks last campaign ended in the surrender of Geronimo. Crook repeatedly forced the surrender of the Apache but saw Geronimo escape. He spent his last years speaking out against the unjust treatment of his former Indian adversaries. Grant sent for Brigadier General Crook, in winter quarters at Charleston, West Virginia, and ordered him to attack the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad, Richmond's primary link to Knoxville and the southwest, and to destroy the Confederate salt works at Saltville, Virginia. In May 1884, he was shot to death by Young Spotted Tail and Thunder Hawk, after a feud between him and Spotted Tails eldest son. Crook used Indian scouts as troops as well as to spot enemy encampments. Oops, something didn't work. Son of Thomas Crook and Elizabeth Crook As a mark of respect, the Apache nicknamed Crook Nantan Lupan, which means "Grey Wolf". 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division is nicknamed "Greywolf" in his honor, in a variation of his Apache nickname meaning "Grey Wolf". This database contains family trees submitted to Ancestry by users who have indicated that their tree can only be viewed by Ancestry members to whom they have granted permission to see their tree.These trees can change over time as users edit, remove, or otherwise modify the data in their trees. Geni requires JavaScript! For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Crook family history starts in 1086, when Rainald Croc was enrolled in the Domesday Book of Hampshire. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. [16] One of the pictures of Geronimo with two of his sons standing alongside was made at Geronimo's request. Discover your family history in millions of family trees and more than a billion birth,marriage, death, census, and miltary records. [8] Along with the title of his department Crook added "Army of West Virginia." Colonel Hayes kept his head and organized a force of about 500 men from the soldiers milling about the site of their victory. After the disaster at the Little Bighorn, the U.S. Congress authorized funds to reinforce the Big Horn and Yellowstone Expedition. When these actions were accomplished, along with the destruction of the salt works, Crook was to march east and join forces with Major General Franz Sigel, who meanwhile was to be driving south up the Shenandoah Valley. At 11 am, he sent Hayes' first brigade and Colonel Horatio G. Sickel's second brigade down the slope to the edge of the meadow, where they were to launch a frontal assault on the Confederates as soon as they heard the sound of White's guns. Nearby soldiers grabbed their commander's arms and hauled him to the other side. [4], The following July, Crook assumed command of a small force called the Army of the Kanawha. Chicago, March 21. Historians debate whether Crook's pressing on could have prevented the killing of the five companies of the 7th Cavalry Regiment led by George Armstrong Custer at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. [11] Crook later defeated a mixed band of Paiute, Pit River and Modoc at the battle of Infernal Caverns in California. Spouse(s) Ann Baron 1761 - Unknown. Crook did not reveal the nature or objective of their mission, but everyone sensed that something important was brewing. The army caused heavy casualties for the Paiute in the battle of Tearass Plain. 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division is nicknamed "Greywolf" in his honor, in a variation of his Apache nickname meaning "Chief Wolf". Children Show all. Defeated by Crazy Horse at the Battle of Rosebud, he failed to link up with General Alfred Terry, a circumstance that may have played a part in the massacre at the Little Bighorn. Crook was born to Thomas and Elizabeth Matthews Crook on a farm near Taylorsville, Ohio. Others viewed him as too soft on the Indians, and he was often criticized by the newspapers for being too lenient with the Indians. Crook was born to Thomas and Elizabeth Matthews Crook on a farm near Taylorsville, Ohio (near Dayton). By 0830, the Sioux and Cheyenne had hotly engaged Crook's Indian allies on the high ground north of the main body. The Battle of the Rosebud was on. Later it served as airfield for the 61st Balloon Company of the Army Air Corps. After long dreary months of garrison duty, the men were ready for action. The Ute adopted the horse in the 1600s. Rapidly firing soldiers drove off the attackers but used up much of the ammunition meant for use later in the campaign. Try again later. Juni 1876 am Little Bighorn, Montana) war Oberstleutnant des US-Heeres und Generalmajor des Unionsheeres im Sezessionskrieg.Nach dem Brgerkrieg diente er in den Indianerkriegen.Custer wurde vor allem durch seine Niederlage und seinen Tod in der Schlacht am Little Bighorn bekannt, die Gegenstand . Compare DNA and explore genealogy for George Crook born 1861 Winchester, Hampshire, England including ancestors + DNA connections + more in the free family tree community. The Cavalry battalions led the column, followed by the battalion of mule-borne foot soldiers, and a provisional company of civilian miners and packers brought up the rear. based on information from your browser. General Crook was unable to provide leadership as the excitement and exertion had sent him into a faint. He fought the Lakota at the Battle of the Rosebud. The way was narrow and steep, and spring rains slowed the march as tramping feet churned the roads into mud. Start with yourself and we'll build your family tree together Your name After the battle, General George Crook noted that the Sioux warriors were more effective on horseback with bows and arrows, rather than the single-shot trade muskets. That July Crook assumed command of a small force called the Army of the Kanawha. Crook was born to Thomas and Elizabeth Matthews Crook on a farm near Taylorsville, Ohio. One group of carvings has several horses, which locals call "Crook's Brand Site". He was assigned to the 4th U.S. infantry as brevet second lieutenant, serving in California, 1852-61. In 1867, he was appointed head of the Department of the Columbia. Within a few minutes General Crook arrived with the rest of the division, and the defenders broke and ran. We collect and match historical records that Ancestry users have contributed to their family trees to create each persons profile. [citation needed] They, along with most of Geronimo's band, were forced to spend the next 26 years in captivity before they were finally released.). Although the column had not yet encountered any sign of Indians, the scouts seemed to sense their presence. His words gave us hope." Crook led his brigade at the battle of South Mountain and near Burnside's Bridge at the battle of Antietam. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. On the other side of the meadow, the land rose in another spur of the mountain, and there Jenkins' rebels waited behind hastily erected fortifications. California State Historical Marker 355 marks the site in Shasta County. Crook Mountain, a peak in the Cascade Range, was named for him. There was an error deleting this problem. Crook first went into action with his division at the battle of Dinwiddie Court House. His troops halted in their marching order. Crook dispatched the third brigade under Colonel Carr B. It is a section of the trail which his troops blazed from Fort Verde to Fort Whipple, and on to Fort Apache through central Arizona. They claim the horses carry the general's brand. See other search results for General George Crook Ready to discover your family story? Crook was portrayed in the 1993 movie Geronimo: An American Legend (1993) by the actor Gene Hackman. The soldiers, particularly the mule-riding infantry, seemed fatigued from the early start and the previous day's 35-mile march. After long dreary months of garrison duty, the men were ready for action. However Crook did not assume command until August 9. He sent numerous telegrams protesting their arrest to Washington. At Dublin he would put the railroad out of business and destroy Confederate military property. Make sure that the file is a photo. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Crook. Crook successfully campaigned against the Snake Indians in the 1864-68 Snake War, where he won nationwide recognition. Born in Ohio in 1830, General Crook had a long and honorable career during the Civil War, engaging the Rebel Army in at least fourteen battles including Atietam and Chickamauga. In two years most of the Apache were on reservations. Crook later defeated a mixed band of Paiute, Pit River and Modoc at the battle of Infernal Caverns in California. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Crook's army was soon absorbed into Philip H. Sheridan's Army of the Shenandoah and for all practical purposed functioned as a corps in that unit. Crook successfully campaigned against the Snake . Crook pulled up on the west bank, and a long, ineffective artillery duel ensued. After eight months of hard campaigning, Crook had the Apache back on reservations. Fly's images are the only existing photographs of Geronimo's surrender. Martin F. Schmitt, ed., General George Crook: His Autobiography (1946), is the standard account of Crook's life; . In February 1864, Crook returned to command the Kanawha Division, which was now officially designated the 3rd Division of the Department of West Virginia. George Crook graduated from West Point in 1852 was assigned to the 4th Infantry, serving in California and Oregon. At the end of the Civil War, George Crook received a brevet as major general in the regular army, but reverted to the permanent rank of major. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Death of Walton Crook, 1903 (Source: USGenWeb Illinois Archives) Whiteside . Search above to list available cemeteries. He served in Oregon and northern California, alternately protecting or fighting against several Native American tribes. Although Crook's force kept its official designation as the Army of West Virginia it was often referred to as the VIII Corps. Before long, he found himself alone face-to-face with Geronimo and some of his best warriors.