John J. Jones (general) facts for kids
John J. Jones (born December 25, 1828 – died February 13, 1868) was an important officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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The Early Life of John J. Jones
John J. Jones was born on December 25, 1828, in Wales, a country that is part of the United Kingdom. His father was a minister, which is a religious leader, in the Calvinist Methodist Church. Later in his life, John Jones moved across the ocean to the United States, settling in a town called Dodgeville, Wisconsin.
Serving in the American Civil War
When the American Civil War began, John Jones decided to join the fight. He volunteered to serve in the Union Army in 1861. He started as a Private, which is the lowest rank for a soldier. Soon after, he was made a Lieutenant Colonel in the 46th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment. A regiment is a large group of soldiers.
John Jones led his regiment in many important battles. These included the fierce Battle of Shiloh and the Siege of Corinth. He often took command of the regiment during these difficult times. When the war ended, he was given an honorary rank of Colonel, which is called a "brevet" rank. This means he earned the title for his brave service, even though he didn't command a full Colonel's unit.
Later Life and Passing
John J. Jones died a few years after the war, on February 13, 1868.
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