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    1st Virginia Cavalry Company A "Newtown Light Dragoons"

    First Virginia Cavalry


    History of the First Virginia Cavalry

    The 1st Virginia Cavalry began the war as a group of independent companies of horse from the Shenandoah Valley, organized into a regiment by J.E.B. Stuart, who later became a Major General. It consisted initially of 12 companies (A - M), and completed organization July 16, 1861. One of the most famous Confederate cavalry regiments, the 1st Virginia was led by such intrepid leaders as J.E.B. Stuart, "Fitz" Lee, and "Grumble" Jones.


    The 1st distinguished itself in in many actions, including but not limited to, the Shenandoah Valley in 1861, at Bull Run, in Stuart's ride around McClellan, at Catlett's Station, Brandy Station, Kelly's Ford, Gettysburg, the Buckland "Races", Todd's Tavern, Spotsylvania Court House, Yellow Tavern, Haw's Shop, Nance's Shop, Cold Harbor, Reams' Station, Front Royal, Winchester, Waynesboro, Five Forks, and Appomattox Court House.

    The regiment fought in over two hundred battles and skirmishes. From its ranks sprang such renowned cavalry leaders as John Singleton Mosby ( later to become the leader of Mosby's partisan rangers), Ridgely Brown, and Gustavus W. Dorsey. Despite heavy casualties, the 1st maintained its high morale and elan to the bitter end. Escaping at Appomattox Court House, the regiment marched on to Lynchburg before disbanding on April 11, 1865.

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    Good luck brother and welcome to the Confederacy. As the old 1st Lt of the 1st VA CAV, i wish you the very best and if there is anything i can do to help you, just send me a message.
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    Good luck brother and welcome to the Confederacy. As the old 1st Lt of the 1st VA CAV, i wish you the very best and if there is anything i can do to help you, just send me a message.
    Very kind thank you all.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr.Moto View Post

    Welcome!

    As I can see, I forgot to add the shoulder stripes to the 1st Cavalry soldiers!
    Should be fixed soon.

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