Mosby's Regiment, Virginia Cavalry (Confederate)

Brief History

 * Organized in December 1864.
 * The battalion was formed in June 1863, with five companies, later increased to eight.
 * The unit served behind Federal lines in Northern Virginia and was the most effective command of its kind.
 * The enemy forces were never safe and the area became known as "Mosby's Confederacy."
 * In 1865 the unit was still strong with over 600 effectives, but after General Lee surrendered, Mosby assembled his men at Salem on April 21, and the command disbanded.
 * The field officers were Colonel John S. Mosby, Lieutenant Colonel William H. Chapman, and Major A. E. Richards.
 * Formerly the 43rd Battalion

Companies

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