CONFEDERATE VIRGINIA TROOPS
1st Battalion, Virginia Cavalry, Local Defense
- Overview:
- 1st Cavalry Battalion [also called Lee's Legion] was 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.
- Soldiers:
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