George Washington Cullum (1809–92) was an American soldier, engineer, and writer known for his contributions to military engineering and historical documentation. He played a key role in fortification construction and Civil War strategy.
Born in New York City, Cullum graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point (1833,) ranking third in his class. He joined the Army Corps of Engineers, overseeing coastal fortifications across the U.S. His expertise led to his appointment as Superintendent of West Point (1864–66.)
During the Civil War, Cullum served as Chief of Staff to General Henry Halleck, advising on military operations. His contributions to Union Army logistics and fortifications shaped battlefield defenses. After retirement, he became Vice President of the American Geographical Society, establishing the Cullum Geographical Medal, awarded for excellence in geographical research.
His most notable work, Biographical Register of the Officers and Graduates of the U.S. Military Academy (1868,) remains a valuable historical resource. He also authored Campaigns of the War of 1812–15 (1879,) analyzing military strategies and engineering advancements.
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When the rock is hard, we get harder than the rock. When the job is tough, we get tougher than the job.
—George Cullum, Sr.
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