By Emily Nixon and Rachel Sorenson

John B. Hood

Early Life John Hood was born on June 19,1831, in Owingsville (Bath county)

Kentucky. Out of four siblings John was the second oldest out of five children. His siblings were Olivia, Elizabeth, William and James. All during his childhood John was known as quite the “ladies man,’’ because he was adored woman. Every year John his mother, and his four other siblings were left at home for eight months when his father had his annual trip to Philadelphia. John had a wild youth but no legal problems.

Profession Before War

John Bell Hood was completely jobless before the war. His extraordinary fascination for military life inspired him to join.

Position during war

John B. Hood was a notable confederate commander In the civil war. He was one of the most brave men in the war. During the war John lost the use of his left arm during combat. He also received wounds that resulted in the amputation of his right leg.

Death

John hood died from yellow fever in New Orleans Louisiana on August 30, 1879. He died at his home right after his wife and oldest child died. Hood was buried at Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana.

After the War After the war, Hood moved to Louisiana and worked as

a cotton broker. He also worked in the insurance business. John B. Hood had 11 kids and married a woman named Lydia. 10 out of 11 children were orphans. They were left destitute after their mother, father, and one of their siblings died. They were adopted into homes in seven different families in Louisiana, New York, Mississippi, Georgia, and Kentucky.

Importance in Texas history.

John bell hood not only was important, he also led a major role in the Civil War. His bravery and courage costed him the use of his left arm and his right leg.