The Ten Greatest Generals in History: A Statistical Perspective

7. Ulysses S. Grant
As the leading Union general in the American Civil War, Grant commanded 16 battles and consistently outperformed Confederate opponents, including Robert E. Lee, who scores negatively in this model. Grant’s determination, logistical skill, and relentless pressure wore down the South and led to Union victory. His WAR score ranks him above Frederick the Great, underscoring how effective his command was in one of the most pivotal conflicts in modern history.