Stonewall Jackson and religious faith in military command

By Kenneth E. Hall

Subjects: Nationalism, Biography, Military leadership, Confederate States of America. Army, Generals, Religion, Religious aspects, Christian life, Faith, United States Civil War, 1861-1865, Confederate States of America, History, Political and social views

Description: "The book begins with an introduction to the Confederate general whose testimonies attest to his courage, initiative, innate tactical talent, deep religious faith, and eccentric personal habits. The author analyzes the extent to which Jackson's national zeal has elevated him to the status of a religious martyr, remembered today within an epic frame of sainthood and heroism"--Provided by publisher.