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Winfield Scott Hancock: Hancock the Superb

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Introduction:
"This quiz is about the superb Civil War major-general Winfield Scott Hancock and his life."


1. When was Winfield born?
    January 9, 1825
    September 22, 1817
    July 1, 1824
    Feburary 14, 1824


2. What were the names of Winfield's brothers?
    Hilary and Paul
    Mark and John
    Hilary and John
    James and Patrick


3. What was the name of Hancock's wife?
    Almira
    Mary
    Anna
    Elizabeth


4. On what day did Hancock receive notice of his promotion to Major General?
    December 25, 1900
    July 8, 1867
    July 26, 1866
    May 19, 1877


5. What war is Hancock best known for fighting in?
    American Revolution
    World War II
    World War I
    American Civil War


6. What corps did Hancock command during the Battle of Gettysburg?
    First Corps
    Third Corps
    Second corps
    Eleventh Corps


7. Where was Hancock wounded during the Battle of Gettysburg?
    Thigh
    Stomach
    Arm
    Foot


8. What was the name of Hancock's friend who died during Pickett's Charge on the third day of the battle of Gettysburg?, and what did this friend want to be given to Hancock in the case of his death? He fought for the Confederacy.
    Kemper/Home
    Longstreet/Puppy
    Lee/Personal Bible
    Armistead/Personal Bible


9. Upon his graduation from West Point, what rank was Hancock given?
    Breveted Second Lieutenant
    Private
    Colonel
    Breveted Third Lieutenant


10. Against whom did Hancock run for president against after his military career?
    Garfield
    Taylor
    Johnson
    Grant


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