Alfred Mouton Military person

Jean-Jacques-Alfred-Alexandre "Alfred" Mouton (February 10, 1829 – April 8, 1864) was a Confederate general in the American Civil War. He was born in Opelousas, Louisiana, and spent most of his life in Lafayette. Beloved by those under his command, Mouton was a strict drillmaster and disciplinarian who simultaneously freely socialized with his troops. He was killed at the Battle of Mansfield while leading his men in a cavalry charge.

Personal facts

Birth date	February 10, 1829
Birth place	Opelousas Louisiana
Date of death	April 08, 1864
Place of death	Mansfield Louisiana

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allegiance	United States of America Confederate States of America
military operations	American Civil War Red River Campaign Battle of Shiloh Battle of Mansfield
service start	1850
service end	1864