The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time
From the ragtag Revolution to the global wars of the 20th century, these military minds shaped the course of American history. They led troops through impossible odds, redefined strategy, and turned setbacks into victories that forged a nation. This league honors the U.S. generals whose leadership, courage, and vision changed not just battles — but the world itself.
Showdowns include: Washington vs. Eisenhower, Grant vs. Patton, and Sherman vs. MacArthur.
1. GEORGE WASHINGTON
George Washington is currently the #1 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 81.8% head-to-head battles.
2. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER
Dwight D. Eisenhower is currently the #2 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 61.4% head-to-head battles.
3. GEORGE S. PATTON
George S. Patton is currently the #3 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 60.6% head-to-head battles.
4. ULYSSES S. GRANT
Ulysses S. Grant is currently the #4 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 49.7% head-to-head battles.
5. ROBERT E. LEE
Robert E. Lee is currently the #5 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 47.6% head-to-head battles.
6. NORMAN SCHWARZKOPF
Norman Schwarzkopf is currently the #6 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 42.2% head-to-head battles.
7. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
Douglas MacArthur is currently the #7 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 39.3% head-to-head battles.
8. COLIN POWELL
Colin Powell is currently the #8 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 37.3% head-to-head battles.
9. WILLIAM T. SHERMAN
William T. Sherman is currently the #9 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 29.6% head-to-head battles.
10. STONEWALL JACKSON
Stonewall Jackson is currently the #10 Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time winning 22.5% head-to-head battles.
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