39th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry (Confederate)

Brief History

 * Organized with two companies, later increased to four.
 * It was attached to General Headquarters, Army of Northern Virginia, and served as General R. E. Lee's personal cavalry command.
 * The unit participated in every engagement at which General Lee was present from Fredericksburg to Appomattox.
 * On April 9, 1865, it contained 1 officer and 80 men.
 * Major John H. Richardson was in command.
 * Also called Richardson's Battalion of Scouts, Guides, and Couriers

Companies

 * Field &amp; Staff
 * Company A
 * Company B
 * Company C
 * Company D