Major General Earl J. Starbuck

When he first arrived in Bristol to take command of the District of Tennessee, Major General Earl J. Starbuck was wearing an elaborate dress uniform that was tailored for him by citizens of his home town. This led to men, citizens, and even some of his staff, referring to him as "the Lieutenant General."  This mistaken and informal elevation of rank was never his intent, nor officially sanctioned in any way.  Major General Starbuck has made it clear to his staff that they should not refer to him by a rank which he has not attained, nor should they allow the men or others to do so.