​​While on convalescence, reported his services. Was ordered to report to Gen. Nelson

Sept 8, 1862: Reported to Salt House which served as the headquarters to both Gen. Buell and Gen. Wright. Davis approached Nelson and asked for an apology. After the brief conversation, Nelson backhanded Davis and left the room.

Davis then asked a friend for a gun. Davis walked toward Nelson and shot him tearing a hole in his heart. Nelson was able to make to the stairs and climbed to the next floor before collapsing.

Oct 13, 1862: Released from custody and charges dropped

Aug 8 1864: For service at the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, brevet promotion to Maj. Gen. and appointed commanding officer of the XIV during the Atlanta Campaign

During the March to the Sea, he was ruthless toward the free slaves which caused controversy in his career. He had the pontoon bridge pulled up causing the slaves to be killed by the Confederate Army or drowned trying to escape.

Mar 20, 1865: Brevet promotion to Brig. Gen. in Regular Army.

July 1866. Colonel of the 23rd Infantry Regiment

Oct 29, 1867: Established at Fort Sitka

Mar 18, 1868 to Jun 1, 1870: First Commander of Department of Alaska

1872 - 1873: Modac War assumed command of forces in California and Oregon

1877: During St. Louis general strike, arrived with 300 men and a Gatling gun to crush workers who were controlling the city

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