Jubal Anderson Early

Jubal Anderson Early (November 3, 1816 – March 2, 1894) was a lawyer and Confederate general in the American Civil War.

Early years

Early was born in Franklin County, Virginia, and graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1837. He fought against the Seminole in Florida as a second lieutenant in the 3rd U.S. Artillery regiment before resigning from the army for the first time in 1838. He practiced law in the 1840's as a prosecutor for both Franklin and Floyd Counties in Virginia. He was noted for a case in Mississippi, where he beat the top lawyers in the state. His law practice was interrupted by the Mexican War from 1846–1848. He was a delegate in the Virginia General Assembly.

Related Topics:
Franklin County, Virginia - United States Military Academy - 1837 - Seminole - Florida - Second lieutenant - Regiment - 1838 - Floyd - Mississippi - Mexican War - 1846 - 1848 - Virginia General Assembly

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