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Is Tom Hanks' '1883' Character Based on a Real Person?

Hanks showing up in '1883' was a welcome surprise, but was his character based on a real historical figure?

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Tom Hanks makes a surprise appearance in Taylor Sheridan's 1883 as General George Meade in a Civil War flashback, showcasing his unparalleled performance and raw portrayal of a military leader.
General George Meade was a real-life historical figure known for his victory against General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Gettysburg, although Hanks' portrayal deviates from Meade's short-tempered personality.
Taylor Sheridan enjoys incorporating real historical figures into his shows, as seen in 1883 with characters like Charles Goodnight and Marshall Jim Courtright, and he continues this in Lawmen: Bass Reeves.