John Newman Edwards
American journalist (1839–1889) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Major John Newman Edwards (January 4, 1839 – May 4, 1889[1]) was famed General Joseph O. Shelby's adjutant during the American Civil War, an author, and a pro-Confederate journalist[2] who founded the Kansas City Times. He is perhaps best known for contributing to the folk hero status of outlaw Jesse James.[2]
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John Newman Edwards | |
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Born | January 4, 1839 |
Died | May 4, 1889(1889-05-04) (aged 50) |
Resting place | Dover Cemetery Dover, Missouri[1] |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Author, Journalist |
Spouse |
Mary Virginia Plattenburg
(m. 1871) |
Children | 3 |
Military career | |
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Service/ | Confederate States Army |
Years of service | 1862-1865 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | Shelby's Iron Brigade |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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