Cuvier Grover facts for kids
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Cuvier Grover
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Cuvier Grover
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| Born | July 24, 1828 Bethel, Maine |
| Died | June 6, 1885 (aged 56) Atlantic City, New Jersey |
| Place of burial |
West Point Cemetery
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1850–1885 |
| Rank |  Brigadier General Brevet Major General |
| Commands held | 3rd U.S. Cavalry 1st U.S. Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Cuvier Grover (born July 24, 1828 – died June 6, 1885) was an important officer in the United States Army. He became a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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About Cuvier Grover
Cuvier Grover was born in Bethel, Maine. His older brother, La Fayette Grover, later became a Governor and Senator for Oregon.
Cuvier went to the West Point military academy. He graduated in 1850. After graduating, he worked on the western frontier.
Starting the Civil War
When the Civil War began, Grover helped prepare defenses for Washington, D.C.. In April 1862, he became a brigadier general. His rank was set to April 14, 1861. This made him a very senior general in the volunteer army.
He led a group of soldiers called a brigade. This brigade was part of the III Corps. This corps belonged to the Army of the Potomac.
Key Battles and Achievements
Grover showed great bravery at the Battle of Williamsburg. Because of this, he was given a special honor. He was made a lieutenant colonel in the regular army.
He was also promoted to a full colonel for his courage. This happened after the Battle of Seven Pines.
Later, his brigade joined Maj. Gen. John Pope's command. Grover's soldiers were praised for their bravery. They led a bayonet charge against Confederate forces. This happened at the Second Battle of Bull Run. The Confederate forces were led by Stonewall Jackson.
Later War Service
In December 1862, Grover moved to the Department of the Gulf. He commanded a division in the XIX Corps. His troops helped capture Baton Rouge and during the Siege of Port Hudson.
In August 1864, he returned to the East. He fought in several important battles. These included the Third Battle of Winchester, Fisher's Hill, and Battle of Cedar Creek.
At Cedar Creek, he was wounded. He was then promoted to major general of volunteers. Before the war ended, he was made a major general in the regular army. This happened on March 13, 1865.
After the war, Grover returned to duty on the frontier. He also served in garrisons with the U.S. Cavalry.
Final Years
Cuvier Grover passed away in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He is buried at West Point Cemetery.
