[eldoradude]

Nathan Bedford Forrest (1821-1877) was a Confederate general during the Civil War (1861-65). Despite having no formal military training, Forrest rose from the rank of private to lieutenant general, serving as a cavalry officer at numerous engagements including the Battles of Shiloh, Chickamauga, Brice’s Crossroads and Second Franklin. Known for his maxim “get there first with the most men,” Forrest was relentless in harassing Union forces during the Vicksburg Campaign in 1862 and 1863, and conducted successful raiding operations on federal supplies and communication lines throughout the war. In addition to his ingenious cavalry tactics, Forrest is also remembered for his controversial involvement in the Battle of Fort Pillow in April 1864, when his troops massacred black soldiers following a Union surrender. After the Civil War Forrest worked as a planter and railroad president, and served as the first grand wizard of the Ku Klux Klan. He died in 1877 at the age of 56.

What a POS - good for them to tear it down.

Flame away bigots, I won't bother to respond.

[zipper]

Wow, you swallowed the SJW’s version of history, hook. line, and sinker.

[4Runner]

Where the hell did your quote come from? There’s no attribution. Wikipedia? Lately that source has become heavily politicized.

[Hacksaw]

Flame away bigots, I won't bother to respond.

You tell ‘em, bugman!