| − | Sherman was promoted to [[Lieutenant General]] and served in the western United states, supervising Army operations against the Plains Indians. | + | Sherman was promoted to [[Lieutenant General]] and served in the western United states, supervising Army operations against the Plains Indians{{cn}}. |
| − | When Grant became [[President of the United States of America|President]], Sherman succeeded him as Commanding General of the United States Army. He held that post until November 1, 1883, and retired from the army on February 8, 1884. | + | When Grant became [[President of the United States of America|President]], Sherman succeeded him as Commanding General of the United States Army. He held that post until November 1, 1883, and retired from the army on February 8, 1884. |