Joseph Eggleston Johnston
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, Wars, Battles, American Civil War, Civil Wars, Coups
- Curriculum: American History 1816-1855, American Civil War & Reconstruction Era (1856-1877), American History 1878-1900
Article abstract: Military significance: Johnston was one of the most able practitioners of defensive tactics on either side during the American Civil War (1861-1865) but was limited as a commander by his lack of strategic planning and his poor communication skills.
Joseph Eggleston Johnston joined Confederate service in June, 1861, and was promoted to full general following his successful defense of the Shenandoah Valley and a crucial victory at the First Battle of Bull Run. He commanded the South’s principal field army for nearly a year after Bull Run,...
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