J. E. B. Stuart
American Confederate cavalry general
Born
February 6th, 1833
192 years ago
Died
May 12th, 1864
161 years ago — 31 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Participated in the American Civil War as a Confederate cavalry general. Played a significant role in battles such as the Battle of Chancellorsville and the Battle of Gettysburg. Commanded the cavalry of the Army of Northern Virginia. Gained recognition for his daring cavalry raids, remarkably during the 1862 Maryland Campaign. Died from wounds sustained at the Battle of Yellow Tavern in 1864.
Commanded the cavalry of the Army of Northern Virginia
Participated in the Battle of Gettysburg
Led cavalry raids during the 1862 Maryland Campaign
Died from wounds at the Battle of Yellow Tavern
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