42nd Battalion, Virginia Cavalry (Confederate)

Brief History

 * Organized in September 1863, by consolidating the 32nd and 40th Battalions Virginia Cavalry.
 * The unit contained eight companies and served in the Department of Richmond.
 * During May 1864, it contained 216 effectives
 * June 1864 merged into the 24th Regiment Virginia Cavalry.
 * Lieutenant Colonel William T. Robins and Major John R. Robertson were in command.