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Nov 1, 2024
For any history buffs this museum should be on your list. There are some original artifacts, and the house is definitely worth seeing. Located in the historic old town. Friendly, knowledgeable sta…Full review by kdh78
Oct 19, 2024
Very nice small house museum from mid 19th century. Lived in by Thos. Stonewall Jackson in his time teaching military tactics before the Civil War. After he was shot and killed by friendly fire in …Full review by fava
Aug 4, 2024
This was a nice little museum with easy walking to beautiful historic Lexington. The lady in the gift shop was sweet and a joy to talk with. This won’t take you a long time but worth the stop.Full review by Stacey W
why would Gen.jackson sit and look at the wall each night?
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General Bee at the Battle of Manassas said something like “there’s Jackson standing there like a stone wall.” It’s not clear if that was supposed to be a compliment. His troops were …
General Bee at the Battle of Manassas said something like “there’s Jackson standing there like a stone wall.” It’s not clear if that was supposed to be a compliment. His troops were very devoted to him and took to calling him Stonewall, meant in a flattering way.
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How did Jackson earn his nickname, “Stonewall”?
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Jackson’s nickname was first applied to him at the First Battle of Manassas on July 21, 1861, by Confederate General Bernard Bee. Inspired by Jackson’s resolve...
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