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Also Known As John Bell Hood
Born June 1, 1831 • Kentucky
Died August 30, 1879 (aged 48) • New Orleans • Louisiana
Role In American Civil War • Atlanta Campaign • Battle of Antietam • Battle of Atlanta • Battle of Chickamauga Creek • Battle of Gettysburg • Battle of Nashville

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