Battle Person Detail

Jackson, Thomas J.

Bio:
In 1861, Jackson was commissioned a colonel in the Virginia forces and dispatched to Harpers Ferry where he organized the raw recruits. In June 1861, he was promoted to brigadier general, assigned to the Army of the Shenandoah.
Rank:
Major General
Narrative Link:
http://www.vmi.edu/archives.aspx?id=4933
Narrative Link:
http://www.nps.gov/frsp/js.htm