JONES, John Robert CSA

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JONES, John Robert CSA


Born March 12 1827, Harrisonburg VA
Died April 1 1901, Harrisonburg VA
Pre-War Profession Teacher, principal of military academy.
War Service 1861 recruited and commanded a company in 33rd Virginia, First Manassas, Jackson's Shenandoah Valley campaign, Lt. Col., June 1862 Brig. Gen. (never confirmed by the Confederate senate), commanded 2nd Bde/Jackson's Divn at Gaines' Mill, Malvern Hill (w), Harper’s Ferry, Sharpsburg (w), commanded 2nd Bde/Trimble’s Divn at Chancellorsville - left the field because of an ulcerated leg, relieved of duty, cashiered for cowardice, captured at Smithburg TN, imprisoned for the rest of the war.
Post War Career Businessman, court official.