16th Battalion Virginia Cavalry (Confederate)

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Brief History
The 16th Battalion Virginia Cavalry was formed from the 5th Regiment, Virginia Cavalry (12 months, 1861-62) (Mullins'). In July 1862, it was used as the nucleus for the 13th Regiment, Virginia Cavalry.

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.


 * Roster

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.