Education
Born in Falmouth, Virginia, Forbes graduated with a medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in 1852.
Born in Falmouth, Virginia, Forbes graduated with a medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in 1852.
Before the war Baylor commanded a militia company, the West Augusta Guard, which later became Company L of the 5th Regiment Virginia Infantry. In April 1862 he was appointed Colonel of the regiment. Baylor assumed command of the Stonewall Brigade after the death of Brig.
Gen. Charles S. Winder on August 9, 1862 at Cedar Mountain. Before his promotion to Brigadier General could be confirmed, Baylor was killed in action on the afternoon of August 30, 1862 at Second Manassas after taking the colors of the 33rd Virginia and gallantly leading his brigade to the unfinished railroad in a charge against the Union 5th Corps. "No more exalted recognition of his worth and services can be uttered and no higher tribute can be paid him than to declare that he was worthy of the command of the Stonewall Brigade" - General William B. Taliaferro.