Gilbert Christian Russell (May 18, 1782 - May 25, 1861) was an American military officer who served during the Creek War.

Born in Virginia, Russell moved to Alabama as a young man.

[1] During the Creek War, he was the commander of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment of the United States Army.

[2] His soldiers reinforced General Ferdinand Claiborne at Fort Claiborne and on December 13, 1813, the combined forces launched an invasion at the core of the Creek Nation which culminated in a victory over the Creek at the Battle of Holy Ground.

After the Battle of Holy Ground, Russell planned an unsuccessful attack on Red Stick villages located on the Cahaba River.