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Name	Floyd, John Buchanan
Born	6/1/1806
Birthplace	Montgomery County, Virginia
Education	Attended South Carolina College, graduating in 1829.
Notes	On May 17, 1862 Floyd was appointed major general of the Virginia State Line by the Virginia general assembly, and 6 days later received a commission as brigadier general in the Confederate Army. He took part in the battle at Fort Donelson, Tennessee, where he failed to request reinforcements and evacuate quickly enough, and he deserted his garrison, all resulting in his being removed from command.
Occupation	Floyd practiced law in Abingdon, Virginia and participated in politics. President James Buchanan appointed Floyd secretary of war in 1857.
Relationships	His father served in the U.S. Congress and as governor of Virginia.

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