johnny

• Apelido histórico usado por soldados da União durante a Guerra Civil Americana para designar os soldados confederados, originado da cor cinza de seus uniformes.

A historical nickname used by Federal soldiers during the American Civil War to refer to Confederate soldiers, derived from their grey uniforms.

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   A slang term used by Union soldiers during the American Civil War to refer to Confederate soldiers, often associated with their grey uniforms.

   Apelido dos soldados confederados

   • The Union soldiers shouted 'Here comes Johnny!' as the greybacks advanced.
   • Many Johnnies were young and inexperienced in battle.
   • The term 'Johnny' was a common nickname for Confederate troops.

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