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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD JOHNNY REB

From rebel (n).
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF JOHNNY REB

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF JOHNNY REB

noun
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Johnny Reb is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES JOHNNY REB MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Johnny Reb

Johnny Reb

Johnny Reb or Johnny Rebel is the national personification of the Southern states of the United States, or less generally, the Confederacy during the American Civil War. The latter part of his name is derived from Rebellion. Patriots used Johnny Reb and his Union counterpart Billy Yank to symbolize the common soldiers in the American Civil War of the 1860s. Johnny Reb is usually pictured in gray wool uniform with the typical kepi-style forage cap made of wool broadcloth with a rounded, flat top, cotton lining, and leather visor. He is often shown with his weapons and with the Confederate flag.

Definition of Johnny Reb in the English dictionary

The definition of Johnny Reb in the dictionary is a Confederate soldier.

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Synonyms and antonyms of Johnny Reb in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Johnny Reb» into 25 languages

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约翰尼篮板
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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जॉनी Reb
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Translator English - Arabic

جوني جندي كونفدرالي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Джонни реб
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Johnny Reb
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জনি রেব
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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ジョニー·レブ
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조니 레브
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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ஜானி ரெப்
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जॉनी रिब
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny reb
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Translator English - Ukrainian

Джонні Реб
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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Johnny Reb
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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «JOHNNY REB»

The term «Johnny Reb» is regularly used and occupies the 99.395 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Johnny Reb

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «JOHNNY REB»

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The Life of Johnny Reb: The Common Soldier of the Confederacy
In a new foreword for this updated edition, Civil War expert James I. Robertson, Jr., explores the exemplary career of Bell Irvin Wiley, who championed the common folk, whom he saw as ensnared in the great conflict of the 1860s.
Bell Irvin Wiley, 2008
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The Life of Johnny Reb: The Common Soldier of the Confederacy
A half century later, the book still is regarded as one of the best available accounts of the ordinary citizens who made up the Confederate army.
Bell Irvin Wiley, 1978
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Billy Yank and Johnny Reb: Soldiering in the Civil War
Describes what life was like for soldiers on both sides during the Civil War, discussing camp life, food, marching, and the treatment of the wounded and prisoners of war, in a book that contains many first-person accounts of the war.
Susan Provost Beller, 2007
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Johnny Reb: The Uniform of the Confederate Army, 1861-1865
Describes the uniforms worn by members of the Confederate Army during the Civil War.
Les Jensen, 1999
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Billy Yank and Johnny Reb: How They Fought and Made Up
The Battles And People Of The Civil War As Viewed By The Soldiers Who Fought The Battles And The People Who Lived Through Them.
Earl Schenck Miers, 2012
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The life of Johnny Reb, the common soldier of the Confederacy
This book is regarded as one of the best available accounts of the ordinary citizens who made up the Confederate army.
Bell Irvin Wiley, 1943
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A Johnny Reb Band from Salem: The Pride of Tar Heelia
This paperbacke explores the history of the 26th Regimental Band, North Carolina Troops.
Harry Hobart Hall, 2006
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When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again
When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again spotlights the stories of three soldiers in three wars.
Gregory Sarno, 2005
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Johnny Reb and Billy Yank
Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
Hunter Alexander 1843-, 2013
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Left For Dead: A Second Life After Vietnam
Once I got my leg he'd put Johnny Horton's song on, "Johnny Reb," and want to see me walking every time he played it, which was a lot. You fought for your folks but you didn't die in vain. Even though you lost, they speak highly of your name.
Jon Hovde, Maureen Anderson, 2005

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «JOHNNY REB»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Johnny Reb is used in the context of the following news items.
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A nation founded on tunnel vision - Asheville Citizen-Times
Yes, Southern generals were superior, and yes, Johnny Reb fought like none before. But Johnny should've been home plowing. What's so ... «Asheville Citizen-Times, Jul 15»
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Confederate Courage | Kerry Walters - Huffington Post
There's clearly a moral difference between a Johnny Reb and a Nazi or a terrorist. But I do wish to maintain that defending the public display of ... «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
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'Rally for the Rebels' set ahead of vote to change Southside mascot
Fort Smith School Board President Dr. Deanie Mehl has said she is confident the board will officially vote to do away with the “Johnny Reb” ... «The City Wire, Jul 15»
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Letters: Mascot Change Would Hurt
... coincide with the recent Fort Smith Public School board's decision to rid our high school of our mascot, Johnny Reb and our fight song, Dixie. «Times Record, Jul 15»
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Support grows for 'Rebels' mascot at Richland High School
On Sunday afternoon, more than 100 people rallied in support of the name, and also the Johnny Reb's and Dixie Belle student groups. «WFAA, Jul 15»
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Clubs & Meetings: Week of July 13
United Daughters of the Confederacy, Johnny Reb Chapter of Prescott, 11 a.m. Saturdays in Jan., March, May, Sept. and Nov. at Alta Vista, 916 ... «The Daily Courier, Jul 15»
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What to do about 'Kleagle Street?'
Not just the flag, but Johnny Reb's name on schools or other government buildings, historical plaques, even street names. The irony is that ... «Stockton Record, Jul 15»
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Letter: 'They are not entitled … '
Billy Yank and Johnny Reb did not enlist (or get drafted) into their respective armies to aid or oppose slavery; they did it because from each ... «Pacific Sun, Jul 15»
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Review: Zombie thriller 'The South Will Rise Again' delivers plenty of …
... York City who has a serious hard-on for all things Johnny Reb and a penchant for laughing at his cringe-inducing "politically incorrect" jokes. «Charleston City Paper, Jul 15»
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7 Wonders for the Weekend
... others again the fact that they're from the People's Republic of Cork. There were plenty of Johnny Reb flags flying over Killarney last Sunday. «Irish Independent, Jul 15»

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