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Why was Stonewall Jackson important to the Civil War?

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Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson (1824-63) was a war hero and one of the South’s most successful generals during the American Civil War (1861-65). After a difficult childhood, he graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, in time to fight in the Mexican War (1846-48). read more

Stonewall Jackson was one of the most famous Confederate generals and one of the best officers who fought under General Robert E. Lee, during the American Civil War. At the first Battle of Bull Run, or Manassas, Jackson's brigade faced overwhelming odds, but formed a strong line and held its ground. read more

The biggest single loss of the South was when Jackson was killed by friendly fire. To illustrate the genius of this fallen hero/strategist I would not refer you to his legendary attack too save the Grey-clad Day at Bull Run (or First Manassas ). read more

Find out more about the history of Stonewall Jackson, including videos, interesting articles, pictures, historical features and more. Get all the facts on HISTORY.com. read more

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