The following list shows the names of substantive, full grade general officers (Regular U.S. Army or U.S.
Volunteers) effectively appointed, nominated, confirmed and commissioned (by signed and sealed document) who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
[4] President Abraham Lincoln signed only 58 brevet general commissions before his death on April 15, 1865.
[3] In addition to their names and grades, there is a small set of notes after every entry which may list Medal of Honor or Thanks of Congress citations, West Point graduation dates, important political or Army offices held, retirements or deaths during the war (whether in action or other means) and other unique facts pertaining to this article (i.e. youngest general, last surviving general, etc.).
For all other information on their lives and accomplishments of these generals, please refer to their individual articles which have links from the list.