1st Battalion, Virginia Cavalry, Local Defense (Confederate)

Brief History

 * Formed in November 1861, with eight companies.
 * In January 1862, two companies were added to the battalion and it became the 9th Regiment Virginia Cavalry.
 * Lieutenant Colonel John E. Johnson and Major Richard L. T. Beale were in command.
 * also called Lee's Legion

Companies

 * Rosters A-C