Full Name: Irvin McDowell Born: October 15, 1818 Place of Birth: Columbus, Ohio North or South: North Other Professions: Instructor at West Point, Mexican War, Staff officer, Army service, commanded Depts. in the South and West, retired 1882. War Service Highlights: He commanded the Third Corps at Second Bull Run. Nickname: None Died: May 4, 1885 Place of Death: San Francisco, California Interesting Facts: He received his early education in France. He was not known for his performance as a general, he was criticized for it. The Battle of Bull Run was a tough battle to give up for McDowell but his troops were no match for experienced Confederate troops.