Stonewall Jackson

Born

January 21, 1824

Died

May 10, 1863 (aged 39)

Known as

teacher, military leader, military personnel, military officer

Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson was a Confederate general and military officer who served during the American Civil War. He played a prominent role in nearly all military engagements in the eastern theater of the war until his death. Military historians regard him as one of the most gifted tactical commanders in U.S. history.

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