Kenton Harper Military person

Kenton Harper (1801 – December 25, 1867) was an American printer, soldier, town mayor, banker, newspaper editor, and legislator. He served as an officer in the U.S. Army during the Mexican–American War and later as a Confederate general officer during the American Civil War. He also reportedly played a role in the nicknaming of Stonewall Jackson.

Personal facts

Birth date	January 01, 1801
Birth place	Chambersburg Pennsylvania
Date of death	December 25, 1867
Place of death	Staunton Virginia
Resting place	Staunton Virginia

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allegiance	United States of America Confederate States of America
military operations	American Civil War Mexican–American War
service start	1846
service end	1846