James A. Walker Military person

James Alexander Walker (August 27, 1832 – October 21, 1901) was a Virginia lawyer, politician, and Confederate general during the American Civil War, later serving as a United States Congressman for two terms. He earned the nickname "Stonewall Jim" for his days as commander of the famed Stonewall Brigade, which at one time had been led by its namesake, Stonewall Jackson.

Personal facts

James A. Walker
Birth dateAugust 27, 1832
Birth place
Augusta County Virginia
Date of deathOctober 21, 1901
Place of death
Wytheville Virginia
Resting place
Virginia

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Military person

military operations
American Civil War
Gettysburg Campaign
military commandStonewall Brigade
service start1861

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External resources

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