John Bell Hood
Confederate general
John Bell Hood was a Confederate general during the American Civil War. Hood's impetuosity led to high losses among his troops as he moved up in rank. Bruce Catton wrote that "the decision to replace Johnston with Hood was probably the single... Wikipedia
Born: June 29, 1831, Owingsville, KY
Died: August 30, 1879 (age 48 years), New Orleans, LA
Descendants: Duncan Norbert Hood, Lillian Marie Hood, Anna Bell Hood, and more
Place of burial: Metairie Cemetery, New Orleans, LA
Nickname(s): Sam
Parents: John Wills Hood and Theodosia French Hood
Allegiance: United States; Confederate States