Thomas W. Hyde

Thomas Worcester Hyde was an American Union Army officer who served with distinction during the American Civil War. Entering the service as a major in the 7th Maine Infantry, he eventually rose to the rank of colonel and was later brevetted as a major general of volunteers. Hyde's military career was defined by his leadership in major engagements, including the Peninsula Campaign, the Battle of Antietam, and the Battle of Gettysburg.

Following his military service, Hyde returned to Maine where he became a prominent political and industrial figure. He served as a state senator and founded the Bath Iron Works, which grew to become one of the most significant shipyards in the United States, producing numerous vessels for the United States Navy.

Hyde was also a dedicated chronicler of the war, authoring two books detailing his wartime experiences and his perspective on the Battle of Gettysburg. His legacy is preserved through both his industrial contributions to American naval power and his documented heroism on the battlefield.