Question

What did Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson do to gain his nickname and become a noted Civil War figure?

Answer 1

During the battle of Bull Run, all of the other Confederates had been driven back except general Jackson´s. His strong stand helped the Confederates triumph although they were nearly crushed.

Answer 2

Thomas 'Stonewall" Jackson got his nickname from the battle of the Civil war called First Battle of Manassas. General Bernard Bee said "Look, men! There is Jackson standing like a stone wall!". General Bernard Bee said this to his men to encourage them.