John Bell Hood

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was John Bell Hood born?June 1 or June 29, 1831
2. Where was John Bell Hood born?Mount Sterling, Kentucky
3. What was John Bell Hood's job?Cotton broker and insurance business in Louisiana
4. What is the military academy?United States Military Academy (West Point)
5. What is the notable wounds?Left arm rendered mostly useless after Gettysburg; right leg amputated after Chickamauga
6. Why did John Bell Hood keep fighting even after being hurt?He was very determined to help his army. Even after serious injuries, he returned to the battlefield to lead his soldiers.

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