Alfred Thomas Archimedes Torbert

Biography

Alfred Thomas Archimedes Torbert distinguished himself as a Union cavalry general, leading his men through some of the Civil War’s most demanding campaigns. Even amid the tumult of war, he was respected for his calm leadership and his readiness to share in the hardships of his troops.

After the conflict he remained an advocate for veterans and their families, ensuring that the service of so many was honored in both memory and deed.