George W. Johnson (May 27, 1811 – April 8, 1862), was the first Confederate Governor of Kentucky. While serving as a volunteer civilian aid to Generals Breckenridge and Trabue during the battle of Shiloh he had his horse shot out from under him. Gov. Johnson insisted on being sworn in as a private in the 4th Kentucky Infantry despite his advanced age and lame arm. On the second day of the battle he fought valiantly but died as a result of his wounds.
From the "Proceedings of the Convention Establishing Provision Government of Kentucky', 1863
Letter from Governor Johnson to Confederate President Jefferson Davis petitioning for admission to the Confederate States of America. It was granted and Kentucky became the 13th star in the Confederate National Flag and the Confederate Battle Flag.
Gravesite of Governor Johnson. Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, KY.
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