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Death of Albert Sidney Johnston

When
April 6, 1862
Where
Battlefield
Part of
Battle of Shiloh

Confederate General Albert Sidney Johnston was killed early in the battle on April 6, 1862.

Johnston, a distinguished Confederate general, was killed during the fighting on the first day of the battle. His death led to P.G.T. Beauregard assuming command of the Confederate forces for the remainder of the engagement.

Sources

  1. Albert Sidney Johnston Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
  2. P. G. T. Beauregard Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-25

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