Question

Who leader did President Lincoln replace George McClellan with and why?

Answer 1

Answer: General Burnside

Explanation:

The refusal to pursue the enemy at the close of the Antietam battle and it was the last straw for Lincoln, and he removed McClellan from power, McClellan was replaced by General Burnside as the new commander.

Answer 2

General Burnside

The refusal to pursue the enemy at the close of the Antietam battle and for weeks afterwards, was the last straw for Lincoln, and he removed McClellan from power. Ultimately, McClellan was replaced by General Burnside as the new commander of the Army of the Potomac.