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Who was John Bell Hood?
A resigned from the U.S. Army, declared himself a Texan, and joined the Confederate army as a captain.
B Having served as a general in the Texan army, the United States Army, and the Confederate States army, he remains the highest-ranking American officer ever killed in combat.
C took command and recaptured Galveston, giving Texas a temporary reprieve from the Union blockade. He strictly enforced the draft and allowed commanders in sub-districts to rule with dictatorial powers.
D Confederate president Jefferson Davis appointed him postmaster general. At the end of the war, he, like other members of the Confederate government, found himself in a federal prison, where he spent several months.

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Answer:

The answer is A.

Step-by-step explanation:

John Bell Hood did in fact retire from the US Army, and he moved to Texas, eventually joining the Confederate army.

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