46th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry (Confederate)

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Brief History
The 46th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry was organized in February, 1864, with six companies. The unit served in W. L. Jackson's Brigade, saw action in Western Virginia, then was involved in various conflicts in the Shenandoah Valley. In December it merged into the 26th Regiment Virginia Cavalry. Lieutenant Colonel Joseph K. Kesler and Major Henry D. Ruffner were in command.

Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin
Men often enlisted in a company recruited in the counties where they lived though not always. After many battles, companies might be combined because so many men were killed or wounded. However if you are unsure which company your ancestor was in, try the company recruited in his county first.


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

Other Sources
National Park Service, The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System, is searchable by soldier's name and state. It contains basic facts about soldiers on both sides of the Civil War, a list of regiments, descriptions of significant battles, sources of the information, and suggestions for where to find additional information.