General Scott has a long line of appointments and recognitions chiefly justified by his actions during his fifty-three years of military service. He was recognized for leadership at the battle of Queenstown, Canada, in October of 1812. Two years later, he received the gold medal for his service in the War of 1812. Later, in June of 1841, he received his ultimate achievement of being appointed Commander in Chief of the United States Army. Additionally, in March of 1948 he received the Thanks of Congress for his successes during the Mexican-American War. He would end his recognitions with being promoted to brevet lieutenant general which had not been held by anyone since George Washington (Clemens, 2014).
