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*The [http://www.nps.gov/civilwar/soldiers-and-sailors-database.htm Civil War Soldiers and Sailors database] lists [https://www.nps.gov/civilwar/search-soldiers.htm#sort=score+desc&q=%22Fleet's+Company,+Virginia+Artillery%22 95 men] on its roster for Fleet's Company, Virginia Artillery. | |||
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Latest revision as of 11:48, 30 April 2025
Brief History[edit | edit source]
- Organized as an infantry company in May 1861.
- It served as Company K (1st) in the 47th Regiment, then became Company B of the 55th Regiment.
- During February 1862, it was transferred to the artillery.
- The unit served with the Army of Northern Virginia until after the Maryland Campaign, then in October disbanded.
- The men transferred to the Ashland Light Artillery and Jackson's Flying Artillery.
- Commanded by Captain William C. Fleet.
- AKA - Fleet's Company, Virginia Artillery
Companies[edit | edit source]
- The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors database lists 95 men on its roster for Fleet's Company, Virginia Artillery.