Ambrose Burnside was a Union Army general during the American Civil War, known for his distinctive facial hair and leadership in key battles. Born in 1824 in Rhode Island, he pursued a career in the military after practicing law and serving in the U.S. Army prior to the war. His strategic skills and bravery contributed significantly to Union victories, especially at battles like Antietam and Fredericksburg. Despite his successes on the battlefield, Burnside's leadership...