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Despite the fact that the Civil War was fought almost 150 years back, it remains a polarizing subject matter for the united states to this day. But being among the most popular perceptions of the Civil War is the "Lost Cause", which romanticized the war's toughest and most famous fighters and is constantly on the fuel the popularity of generals like Robert E. Lee. Alongside Lee, nobody epitomized the chivalry and heroism celebrated by the Lost Cause more than JEB Stuart (1833-1864), the most well-known cavalry officer of the Civil War. Stuart was similar parts great and grandiose, leading the cavalry for the Confederacy in Lee's Army of North Virginia until his death at the Fight of Yellow Tavern in-may 1864. Stuart was a throwback to the past, colorfully dressing with capes, sashes, and an ostrich plumed hat, while having cologne and a heavy beard. But he was also brilliant in doing reconnaissance, and he demonstrated capable of leading both cavalry and infantry at battles like Chancellorsville. As the eyes and ears of Robert E. Lee's army, none were better, even though he was only in his overdue 20s and early 30s during the Civil War, very good youthful than most men of senior rank. Nevertheless, Stuart's challenging fighting was and still is eclipsed by his reputation for audacious cavalry actions. He humiliated the Army of the Potomac by riding around it twice, making him famous and disturbing Union generals like George McClellan. However, Stuart's role at Gettysburg was a lot more controversial.
