William N. Pendleton, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

William N. Pendleton

Confederate Army general

Date of Birth: 26-Dec-1809

Place of Birth: Richmond, Virginia, United States

Date of Death: 15-Jan-1883

Profession: military personnel, Anglican priest

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

William Nelson Pendleton (December 26, 1809 – January 15, 1883) was an American teacher, Episcopal priest, and soldier.
He served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War, noted for his position as Gen.
Robert E.
Lee's chief of artillery for most of the conflict.
After the war, Pendleton returned to his priestly duties and also wrote religious materials.
Camp Pendleton in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is named in his honor.