Stonewall Jackson

Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson (January 21, 1824 – May 10, 1863) was a Confederate general during the American Civil War, known for his aggressive and successful tactics. Jackson played a prominent role in some of the Confederacy's most significant victories. His nickname "Stonewall" was given by General Bernard Elliott Bee Jr. at the First Battle of Bull Run, where Bee exclaimed, "There is Jackson standing like a stone wall." In Hebrew, he is known as תומאס ג'ונתן "סטונוול" ג'קסון. Jackson's strategic prowess and his close relationship with his commander, General Robert E. Lee, made him one of the most celebrated generals of the Civil War. His sudden death by friendly fire in 1863 was a significant blow to the Confederate cause. Jackson's legacy endures in military history and is often studied for his innovative tactics and leadership.