Sherman was promoted to [[Lieutenant General]] and served in the western United states, supervising Army operations against the Plains Indians{{cn}}.
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Sherman was promoted to [[Lieutenant General]] and served in the western United states, supervising Army operations against the Plains Indians.
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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.
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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.