The following is related of “Stonewall” Jackson:
He was never an ornamental soldier, being roughly clad and so
plain as to be frequently taken for far less than he was. He and
his staff were once compelled to ride through
a field of uncut oats. The owner rushed out in great indignation,
demanding the name of the leader that he might report him.
“My name is Jackson,” replied the general. “What Jackson?” asked the
irate farmer. “General Jackson.” “You don’t mean to tell me that you
are the famous Stonewall Jackson?” the farmer stammered. “That’s what
they call me.” The farmer took off his hat with great reverence and
said: “General Jackson, ride over my whole field. Do what you like with
it, sir.”--_The Sunday Magazine._
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=Requital=--See GRACE; REPAYMENT.