Edward Alexander Moore

Born on October 21, 1842, in Lexington, Virginia, Edward Alexander Moore served in the Rockbridge Artillery during the American Civil War. He is best known for The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson, a memoir drawn from his service that gives a close-up view of marches, battles, camp life, and the strain of war from an ordinary soldier’s perspective.

Moore’s account stands out because it is personal and readable rather than grand or formal. Instead of focusing only on famous commanders, he describes the daily realities of artillery service and the character of the men around him, which has made the book a lasting source for readers interested in Jackson’s campaigns.

He later lived long enough to see his recollections published and preserved for a wider audience. Moore died on November 18, 1916, but his memoir remains the work most closely associated with his name.