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“Major, send a shell first over their heads and let them get in their holes before you open with all your guns.”

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John Bell Hood was an American military commander born on June 29, 1831, and died on August 30, 1879. He was a prominent figure in the American Civil War, known for his bravery and determination in battle. more

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