James Seddon

Biography

James Alexander Seddon served as the Secretary of War for the Confederate States of America, holding one of the most critical positions in the Southern government during the Civil War. A Virginia politician and diplomat, Seddon was appointed to this crucial role in 1862 and worked tirelessly to organize the Confederacy's military resources and strategy. His administrative efforts were instrumental in maintaining the Confederate war effort during the conflict's most challenging years.

Seddon's tenure as Secretary of War reflected his deep commitment to the Confederate cause and his diplomatic experience from earlier service. After the war's end, he returned to private life in Virginia, where he spent his remaining years. He was interred at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia, where his grave honors his service to the Confederacy and his role in one of America's most pivotal historical periods.