Biography:Confederate cavalry commander who led the notorious Morgan's Raid into the Union states of Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia during the American Civil War.
Born:June 1, 1825 Birthplace:Huntsville, Alabama, USA Star Sign:Gemini
1862-07-09 Confederate General John Hunt Morgan captures Tompkinsville, Kentucky
1862-07-17 John Hunt Morgan's confederate cavalry raid reaches Cynthiana, Kentucky
1862-08-12 Confederate General John Hunt Morgan and his raiders capture Gallatin, Texas
1863-07-09 Confederate General John Hunt Morgan begins "Morgan's Raid", his cavalry aid into Indiana by leading 2,100 men across the Ohio river
1863-07-26 Battle of Salineville: Confederate cavalry leader John Hunt Morgan and 364 troops surrender to Union forces after a 17-day unauthorized raid through Indiana and Ohio