Definition

Noun 1. A Confederate general in the American Civil War: Thomas Jackson was a prominent military commander for the Confederate States of America. He is most famous for his defensive stand at the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, which earned him his enduring nickname, "Stonewall." * Thomas Jackson was a key figure in the early Confederate victories in the Eastern Theater of the Civil War.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The military tactics of Thomas Jackson are still studied today.
  • Thomas Jackson earned the nickname "Stonewall" for his steadfast defense at the First Battle of Bull Run.
  • The death of Thomas Jackson in 1863 was a major loss for the Confederate army.

Advanced Usage

• "Stonewall" Jackson: This is the most common historical reference, combining his famous nickname with his surname. It is used to refer specifically to his military persona and legacy.
  • The flanking maneuver executed by "Stonewall" Jackson at Chancellorsville is considered a classic of military strategy.

Variants and Related Words

• Stonewall Jackson (proper noun): The universally recognized historical name for Thomas Jonathan Jackson, derived from his Civil War nickname.

Synonyms

• Stonewall Jackson (proper noun): The primary synonym used in historical and military contexts.

Noun

1. general in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War whose troops at the first Battle of Bull Run stood like a stone wall (1824-1863)