Webber, Charles T., 1825-1911

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Daniel McCook Jr. (1834-1864) was a member of the "Fighting McCook" family of Ohio. He was mortally wounded leading a charge at Kennesaw Mountain, Georgia, on June 27, 1864. The Army posthumously promoted him to brigadier general.

The McCook Family of Carroll County, Ohio, was nicknamed "The Fighting McCooks" because of its service during the Civil War. Daniel McCook's family contributed nine soldiers to the Union cause including five generals. His brother John's family contributed five officers. Four of Daniel's family, including Daniel himself, died in the conflict. Overall, the McCooks sent fifteen men to serve in the Civil War.

From the description of Painting [realia] : Daniel McCook Jr. 1870 circa. (Ohio Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 235002020

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Birth 1825-12-31

Death 1911

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