John D. Imboden
John Daniel Imboden (/ɪmˈboʊdɛn/; February 16, 1823 – August 15, 1895) was a lawyer, teacher, Virginia state legislator. During the American Civil War, he was a Confederate cavalry general and partisan fighter. After the war he returned to practicing law, began writing, and also was active in developing natural resources.
Read more about John D. Imboden: Early Life and Career, Civil War Service, Postbellum
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