Portrait of Maj. Gen. John M. Schofield, U.S. Civil War Officer This artwork depicts Major General John McAllister Schofield, a prominent figure during the American Civil War who served in the Union Army. Born on October 30, 1831, Schofield played significant roles in various battles, including the Battles of Stones River and Chickamauga. The portrait, likely created post-Civil War, captures Schofield in military uniform, symbolizing his esteemed position within the Federal Army. As a key strategist and later Chief of Staff of the United States Army during Ulysses S. Grant's presidency, this portrait serves as an enduring testament to Schofield's military career and contributions to the Union cause during the Civil War.