Quiz: What is the historical significance of the General Sherman T October 5, 2025 by Orion Vale What is the historical significance of the General Sherman Tree? Discover more about Sequoia National Park Tours at our home page. A) It is the largest tree by volume in the world and a symbol of conservation efforts. B) It was named after a famous Civil War general and served as a lookout point during the war. C) It is believed to be over 5,000 years old and is the oldest living organism on Earth. D) It was once part of a national logging campaign that aimed to harvest the giant sequoias. Submit Answer