GDG- Dogberry

[Richard M Kadas]

Greetings to all,
  In researching the 11th corps at GB I've learned that general Barlow was referred to as 'Dogberry' an unusual nickname by his Pennsylvania Dutch troops. Understanding that there was little love between them its most probable that is was a disparaging term. Does anyone know the origin of this nickname? Howard who was also disliked by these troops was commonly referred to as 'Old Prayer Books" which is more understandable given his personal disposition.
  Dick