When and where was Jefferson Davis born?
Jefferson F. Davis was born on the 3rd of June 1808 at a family homestead in Davisburg, Kentucky.
Questions about Jefferson Davis
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Which university did Jefferson Davis attend after Saint Thomas College?
Jefferson Davis attended Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky starting in 1824.
What disciplinary incidents occurred during Jefferson Davis's time at West Point?
Jefferson Davis faced a court-martial for drinking at Benny Havens tavern and house arrest for his role in the eggnog riot during Christmas 1826.
Who accompanied Jefferson Davis to Forts Crawford and Winnebago in early 1829?
Second Lieutenant Davis served under Colonel Zachary Taylor at Forts Crawford and Winnebago in Michigan Territory while accompanied by James Pemberton.
How did Black Hawk describe Jefferson Davis's treatment of him during detention?
Black Hawk stated that Jefferson Davis treated him with kindness when he escorted him for detention in St. Louis following the Battle of Bad Axe.