‘So, pretty much you think that the Southern leadership was overrated. ‘
No, not at all. I think Jackson’s overrated, and didn’t live long enough to prove himself against a competent Union general.
Lee and Longstreet...have my highest regard. Jackson benefitted greatly from Jubal Early’s campaign to discredit and blame Longstreet for the losing of the Civil War - as I’m sure you know they despised each other til the day they died.
Jackson’s ‘legend’ is the heart and soul of the “Lost Cause’ theory, and as such his victories are magnified, and his...less stellar performances and eccentricies are ignored.
JMHO.
Well, of course, I hold the exact opposite view, but I always appreciate talking to you. Have a great day.