CSA - Tafeln / Marker ( Nr. 91 bis Nr. 136)

Jeff Davis' (AL), Artillery, Reese's Battery / Nr. 91
Ethernal Light Peace Memorial (Oak Hill)
   
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Army of Northern Virginia  / Ewell's Corps / Rodes' Division / Carter's Battalion

Reese's Battery - The Jeff Davis Artillery - Four 3 Inch Rifles
- July 1. Was placed in position near here in support of Dole's Brigade against two divisions of the Eleventh Corps which were massing on his front and left flank. It rendered effective service not only in protecting Dole's flank but also aided in dislodging the Union infantry and artillery from their position in the fields north of the town.
- July 2. Remained in Reserve.
- July 3. In position on Seminary Ridge near the railroad cut and took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 229 rounds.

King William (VA) Artillery, W.R.Carter's Battery / Nr. 92
Ethernal Light Peace Memorial (Oak Hill)
   
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Rodes's Division  - T H. Carter's Battalion - W. P. Carter's Battery
The King William Artillery - Two 10 Pounder Parrotts Two Napoleons
- July 1. Soon after arriving here it opened an enfilading fire on the Union forces near the Chambersburg Pike causing some to seek shelter in the railroad cuts. Their guns replied slowly but not without inflicting some losses on the Battery in its exposed position. Later in the day it moved to the foot of the ridge to aid Doles' Brigade in repelling the Eleventh Corps and rendered effective service. When the fight ended by the withdrawal of the First Corps it pursued the Union forces to the edge of the town.
- July 2. In position but was not engaged.
- July 3. The Parrott guns on Seminary Ridge near the railroad cut took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Losses Killed 4 Wounded 7 Ammunition expended 572 rounds.

Morris (VA) Artillery, Page's Battery / Nr. 93
Ethernal Light Peace Memorial (Oak Hill)
   
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Rodes' Division / Carter's Battalion
Page's Battery - The Morris Artillery - Four Napoleons
- July 1. Not engaged until Union forces on Seminary Ridge extended their line to the right when it opened upon them with a rapid enfilading fire in support of the infantry in the conflict which ensued. Meanwhile it suffered from the fire of Union artillery in the valley north of the town. Afterward moved to the foot of the ridge and aided in dislodging both the artillery and infantry of the Eleventh Corps.
- July 2. Held in readiness to move into position but was not engaged.
- July 3. On Seminary Ridge in reserve.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Losses Killed and Mortally Wounded 4 Wounded 26
Ammunition expended 215 rounds. Horses killed or disabled 17.

Orange (VA) Artillery, Fry's Battery / Nr. 94
Ethernal Light Peace Memorial (Oak Hill)
     
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Rodes' Division / Carter's Battalion
Fry's Battery - The Orange Artillery - Two 10 Pounder Parrotts Two 3 Inch Rifles
- July 1. Opened fire soon after arriving here upon the Union troops near the Chambersburg Pike to which their artillery replied with a heavy fire that caused some loss. Soon afterward the Union forces extended their line northward to the Mummasburg Road and this Battery by its enfilading fire aided our infantry in the severe conflict which ended with the withdrawal of the First Corps from Seminary Ridge.
- July 2. In position but was not engaged.
- July 3. All its guns were on Seminary Ridge near the Railroad cut and took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault.
Losses not reported. Ammunition expended 882 rounds.

Dance's Battalion / Nr. 95
Seminary Avenue (Seminary Ridge)
     
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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
First Virginia Artillery - Cunningham's, Smith's, Watson's Griffin's and Graham's Batteries
Four 20 Pounder Parrotts - Four 10 Pounder Parrotts - Ten 3 Inch Rifles Two Napoleons
- July 1. The Battalion reached the field in evening too late to take part in the battle.
- July 2 & 3. The four first named batteries occupied positions at various points on this ridge. Graham's Battery of 20 Pounder Parrotts served east of Rock Creek. All were actively engaged.
- July 4. At nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 1888 rounds. /Losses Killed 3 Wounded 1

2nd Richmond (VA) Howitzers, Watson's Battery / Nr. 96
West Confederate Avenue (Shultz Woods)
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
Watson's Battery - Second Richmond Howitzers - Four 10 Pounder Parrotts
- July 3. Moved to this position. Took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's final assault and continued firing for some time afterwards. Moved at night to rear of this line.
- July 4. In the night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 661 rounds. Losses not reported in detail.

2nd Richmond (VA) Howitzers, Watson's Battery / Nr. 97
West Confederate Avenue (Shultz Woods)
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
Watson's Battery - Second Richmond Howitzers - Four 10 Pounder Parrotts
- July 1. Reached the field in evening too late to take part in the battle.
- July 2. Early in the morning took position on this ridge just north of Western Maryland R. R. cut. Opened fire about 4 P. M. upon the batteries on Cemetery Hill and continued firing until dark.
- July 3. Moved to this position. Took part in the great cannonade preceding Longstreet's final assault and kept firing for some time afterwards. Withdrew at night to camp in rear.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 661 rounds. Losses not reported in detail.

3rd  Richmond (VA) Howitzers, Smith's Battery / Nr. 98
Seminary Avenue (Seminary Ridge)
   
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
Smith's Battery - Third Richmond Howitzers  -Four 3 Inch Rifles
- July 1. Reached the field in evening too late to take part in the battle.
- July 2. Early in the morning took position here. About 4 P. M. opened fire upon the batteries on Cemetery Hill and continued firing until dark.
- July 3. Moved to position south of Fairfield Road. Took part in the great cannonade preceding Longstreet's final assault and kept firing for some time afterwards. Withdrew at night to camp in rear.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 314 rounds. / Losses Killed 1 Wounded not reported.

Powhatan(VA) Artillery, Cunningham's Battery / Nr. 99
Seminary Avenue (Seminary Ridge)
    
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
Cunningham's Battery - The Powhatan Artillery - Four 3 Inch Rifles
- July 1. Reached the field in evening too late to take part in the battle.
- July 2. Early in morning took position here. Opened fire about 4 P M. upon the batteries on Cemetery Hill and continued firing until dark.
- July 3. Remained here all day. Took part in the great cannonade preceding Longstreet's final assault. At night withdrew to camp in rear.
- July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 308 rounds. Losses not reported in detail.

1st Rockbridge (VA) Artillery, Graham's Battery / Nr. 100
Benner Hill / Hanover Road
    
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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
Graham's Battery - Rockbridge Artillery - Four 20 Pounder Parrotts
- July 1. The Battery arrived on the field too late to participate in the engagement of the day. Was ordered to report to Lieut. Colonel H. P Jones commanding Artillery Early's Division and moved into position on the left to the south and east of town.
- July 2. Remained in position on the left firing occasionally.
- July 3. Remained in position during the day and rejoined the Battalion during the night.
- July 4. Took up line of march to Hagerstown.
Ammunition expended 439 rounds. Losses not reported in detail.

Salem (VA) Artillery, Griffin's Battery / Nr. 101
Reynolds Avenue (Railroad Cut)
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 1st Virginia Artillery / Hupp's Battery / Salem Virginia Artillery - Two 3 Inch Rifles Two Napoleons
 July 1. The Battery reached the field too late to participate in the engagement of the day.
 July 2. Held in reserve near the W. M. Railroad cut.
 July 3. The Rifle guns were in position near Fairfield Road. The Napoleons were placed at the railroad cut and remained until night but were not engaged.
 July 4. At midnight began the march to Hagerstown.
 Casualties not reported. Ammunition expended 154 rounds.

Salem (VA) Artillery, Griffin's Battery / Nr. 102Salem (VA) Artillery, Griffin's Battery / Nr. 102
West Confederate Avenue
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 Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve / Dance's Battalion
 Griffin's Battery - Salem Virginia Artillery - Two 3 Inch Rifles Two Napoleons
 July 1. Reached the field too late to take part in the battle.
 July 2. Remained in reserve on this ridge north of the railroad.
 July 3. The Rifles were moved to this position early in the morning and took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault and continued firing for some time afterward. Withdrew at night to camp in rear.
 July 4. The Napoleons occupied a position on this ridge south of the Railroad cut but did no firing. After nightfall they joined the Rifles and with them began the march to Hagerstown.
 No losses reported. Ammunition expended 154 rounds.

lson's Battalion / Nr. 103Nelson's Battalion / Nr. 103
Benner Hill (Hanover Road) 
   

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps / Artillery Reserve

 Nelson's Battalion - Kirkpatrick's, Massie's and Milledge's Batteries

 One 10 Pounder Parrott  - Four 3 lnch Rifles - Six Napoleons

 July 1 The Battalion arrived on the field too late to participate in the engagement of the day. Was ordered to report to the Chief of Artillery Rodes' Division.

 July 2. Took position on Seminary Ridge 1/4 mile north of Chambersburg Pike. About 11 A. M. moved to the rear of Pennsylvania College and remained until night when the Battalion returned to the position of the morning.

 July 3. Ordered to the extreme left of the Confederate line to find a position to withdraw the fire from the Confederate infantry. Opened about 12 M. firing 20 to 25 rounds. At midnight moved with Johnson's Division to Seminary Ridge.

 July 4. Was ordered to take position on the ridge west of town. At night took up the line of march to Hagerstown.

 Ammunition expended 48 rounds. Casualties not reported.


Amherst (VA) Artillery, Kirkpatrick's Battery / Nr. 104
Benner Hill (Hanover Road) 
    
 

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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps /Artillery Reserve / Nelson's Battalion

Kirkpatrick's Battery - Amherst Virginia Artillery - One 3 Inch Rifle Three Napoleons

- July 1. The Battery arrived too late on the field to participate in the engagement of the day.

- July 2. Took position on Seminary Ridge 1/4 mile north of Chambersburg Pike. About 11 A. M. moved to the rear of Pennsylvania College and remained until night when the Battery returned to the position of the morning.

 - July 3. Ordered to the extreme left of the Confederate line. At midnight moved with Johnson's Division to Seminary Ridge.

- July 4. Took position on the ridge west of town and at midnight took up the line of march to Hagerstown.

 No report of casualties or ammunition expended.


Fluvanna (VA) Artillery, Massie's Battery / Nr. 105
Benner Hill (Hanover Road) 
     
 

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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps  /Reserve Artillery / Nelson's Battalion

Massie's Battery - Fluvanna Virginia Artillery - One 3 Inch Rifle Three Napoleons

- July 1.The Battery arrived on the field too late to participate in the engagement of the day.

- July 2. Took position on Seminary Ridge 1/4 mile north of Chambersburg Pike. About 11 A. M. moved to the rear of Pennsylvania College and remained until night when the Battery returned to the position of the morning.

- July 3. Ordered to the extreme left of Confederate line. At midnight moved with Johnson's Division to Seminary Ridge.

- July 4. Took position on the ridge west of town and at midnight moved on the march to Hagerstown.

No report of casualties or ammunition expended.


Milledge's (GA) Battery / Nr. 106
Benner Hill (Hanover Road)  
     
 

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Army of Northern Virginia / Ewell's Corps /Artillery Reserve / Nelson's Battalion

Milledge's Battery - Georgia Artillery - One 10 Pounder Parrott Two 3 Inch Rifles

- July 1. The Battery arrived on the field too late to participate in the engagement of the day.

- July 2. Took position on Seminary Ridge 1/4 mile north of Chambersburg Pike. About 11 A. M. moved to the rear of Pennsylvania College and remained until night when the Battery returned to the position of the morning.

- July 3. Ordered to the extreme left of the Confederate line to find a position to withdraw the fire from the Confederate infantry. Opened about 12 M. firing from 20 to 25 rounds.

- July 4. Took position west of town and at midnight moved on the march to Hagerstown.

 Ammunition expended 48 rounds.


Hill's Corps / Nr. 107

West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods) 

   

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Army of Northern Virginia / Third Army Corps - Lieutenant General Ambrose P. Hill

Anderson's Division - Major General R. H. Anderson

Heth's Division - Major General Henry Heth - Brigadier General J. J. Pettigrew

Pender's Division - Major General William D. Pender - Brigadier General James H. Lane - Major General 1. R. Trimble

Artillery Reserve - Nine Batteries Colonel R. Lindsay Walker

- July 1. The Corps was near Cashtown. Heth's Division at 5 A. M. moved towards Gettysburg. Two brigades with artillery advancing across Willoughby Run were soon engaged. Archer's Brigade was driven across the run. After resting an hour Heth's Division formed line west of Willoughby Run and advanced with Pender's Division in reserve. 2.30 P. M. the right of Ewell's Corps appeared on the left. Pender's Division was ordered forward. After a severe contest the Union forces were driven back and through the town. The two divisions bivouacked on the ground gained. Anderson's Division bivouacked two miles in rear.

- July 2. Anderson's Division extended to the right along the crest of hills facing Cemetery Ridge Pender's Division occupying the crest from the Seminary and joining Anderson's Division with Heth's Division in reserve the artillery in position on Seminary Ridge. The First Corps ordered to attack the left of Union forces the Third Corps to cooperate. General Anderson moved forward three brigades connecting with the left of McLaws's Division and drove the Union forces from their position. Anderson's right becoming separated from Mclaws's left and no support coming to these brigades they returned to their former line.

- July 3. The Corps occupied the same position. Reserve batteries were placed facing the Union lines. The Confederate line held by Anderson's Division half of Pender's and half of Heth's the remainder of Corps ordered to report to General Longstreet as a support in the assault to be made on the Union position on Cemetery Ridge. About 1 P. M. the artillery along the line opened fire. 3 P. M. the assault was made and failed. Anderson's Division was held in reserve. The troops fell back to former positions.

- July 4. The Corps took up the line of march during the night.

Casualties Killed 837 Wounded 4407 Missing 1491 Total 6735


Anderson's Division / Nr. 108
West Confederate Avenue
      

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Army of Northern Virginia / Third Army Corps / Anderson's Division - Major Gen. R. H. Anderson

Wilcox's Brigade - Brig. Gen. Cadmus M. Wilcox / Mahone's Brigade - Brig. Gen. William Mahone

Wright's Brigade - Bde. Gen. A. R. Wright - Col. William Gibson / Perry's Brigade - Col. David Lang

Posey's Brigade - Brig. Gen. Carnot Posey / Artillery Battalion - Three Batteries Major John Lane

- July 1. Anderson's Division on the march to Gettysburg was directed about dark to occupy the position vacated by Heth's Division and to send a brigade and battery a mile or more to the right.

- July 2. In the morning a new line of battle formed extending further to the right. About noon Longstreet's Corps placed on the right nearly at right angles to the line directed to assault the Union left the Division to advance as the attack progressed to keep in touch with Longstreet's left. The Union troops were forced from the first line and a portion of the ridge beyond. Union reinforcements pressing on the right flank which had become disconnected from McLaws' left made the position gained untenable. The brigades withdrew to their position in line.

- July 3. The Division remained in position until 3.30 P. M. Orders were given to support Lieut. Gen. Longstreet's attack on the Union centre Wilcox and Perry moved forward. The assault failed the order to advance was countermanded.

- July 4. The Division after dark took up the line of march

Casualties Killed 147 Wounded 1128 Missing 840 Total 2115


Wilcox's Brigade (AL) / Nr. 109
West Confederate Avenue
      

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia/ Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Wilcox's Brigade

8th 9th 10th 11th 14th Alabama Infantry

- July 2. Formed line here in forenoon. The 10th and 11th Regiments taking position on the right after a severe skirmish with the Union outpost. Advanced at 6 P. M. and broke the Union line on Emmitsburg Road capturing two guns and pursuing rapidly took many prisoners and six more guns. At Plum Run was met by a heavy fire of artillery and fresh infantry and being unsupported after severe losses fell back without being able to bring off the captured guns.

- July 3. Took position west of Emmitsburg Road in support of artillery. Soon after Longstreet's column started an order was received to advance and support it but smoke hiding the oblique course of Pickett's Division the Brigade moving straight forward found itself engaged in a separate and useless conflict and was promptly withdrawn.

- July 4. In line here all day and at dark began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 1777 Killed 51 Wounded 469 Missing 261 Total 781


Wilcox's Brigade / Nr. 110
Emmitsburg Road / Sickles Avenue
     

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Army of Northern Virginia/ Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Wilcox's Brigade

8th 9th 10th 11th 14th Alabama Infantry

- July 2. Formed line in forenoon the 10th and 11th Regiments taking position on the right after a severe skirmish with a Union outpost. Advanced at 6 P. M. and broke the Union line on Emmitsburg Road capturing two guns and pursuing rapidly took many prisoners and six guns. At Plum Run was met by a heavy fire of artillery and infantry and being unsupported after severe loss fell back without being able to bring off the captured guns.


Mahone's Brigade / Nr. 111
West Confederate Avenue
   
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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division - Mahone's Brigade

6th 12th 16th 41st 61st Virginia Infantry

- July 2. Arrived and took position here in the forenoon under orders to support the artillery. A strong skirmish line was sent out which was constantly engaged and did effective service.

- July 3. Remained here in support of the artillery. Took no active part in the battle except by skirmishers.

- July 4. In line here all day. At dark began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 1500 Killed 8 Wounded 55 Missing 39 Total 102


Wright's Brigade (GA) / Nr. 112
West Confederate Avenue
     
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C. S. A. / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Wright's Brigade

3rd, 22nd, 48th Regiments and 2d Battalion Georgia Infantry

- July 2. Formed line here in the forenoon. Advanced at 6 P. M. and dislodged Union troops posted near the Codori House capturing several guns and many prisoners. Pushing on broke the Union line at the stone wall south of the Angle and reached the crest of the ridge beyond capturing more guns. The supports on the right being repulsed and those on the left not coming up with both flanks assailed and converging columns threatening its rear it withdrew fighting its way out with heavy losses and unable to bring off the captured guns.

- July 3. Advanced 600 yards to cover the retreat of Pickett's Division. Afterward was moved to the right to meet a threatened attack.

- July 4. In line here all day. At dark began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 1450 Killed 146 Wounded 394 Missing 333 Total 873


Wright's Brigade (GA) / Nr. 113
Hancock Avenue (100 m westlich US Regulars Monument)
      
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Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Wright's Brigade

3rd, 22nd, 48th Regiments and 2d Battalion Georgia Infantry

- July 2. Formed line in forenoon. Advanced at 6 P. M. and dislodged Union troops posted near the Codori House capturing several guns and many prisoners. Pursuing on broke the Union line at the stone wall south of the Angle reached the crest of the ridge beyond capturing more guns. The supports on the right being repulsed and those on the left not coming up with both flanks assailed and converging columns threatening its rear it withdrew fighting its way out with heavy losses and unable to bring off the captured guns.


Perry's Brigade (FL) / Nr. 114
West Confederate Avenue
     

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Perry's Brigade

2nd 5th 8th Florida Infantry

- July 2. Formed line in forenoon in the eastern border of these woods. Advanced at 6 P. M. and assisted in forcing the Union line on the Emmitsburg Road and by rapid pursuit compelled the temporary abandonment of several guns. At the foot of the slope met fresh Union forces and the line on its right retiring it also fell back. The colorbearer of the 8th Florida fell and its flag was lost.

- July 3. Ordered to join Wilcox's Brigade on its left and conform to its movements. Supported artillery until Longstreet's column started and then advanced in aid of his assault. But dense smoke hiding his oblique course the Brigade moved directly forward. In the gap caused thereby a strong force struck its left flank capturing about half of the 2nd Florida and its colors.

- July 4. In line here and at dark began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 700 Killed 33 Wounded 217 Missing 205 Total 455


Perry's Brigade / Nr. 115
Emmitsburg Road
    

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Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps /Anderson's Division / Perry's Brigade

2nd 5th 8th Florida Infantry

- July 2. Formed line in forenoon in the western border of these woods. Advanced at 6 P. M. and assisted in driving back the Union lines on Emmitsburg Road and by rapid pursuit compelled the temporary abandonment of several guns. At the foot of the slope met Union infantry and the line on the right retiring also fell back. The color bearer of the 8th Florida fell and its flag was lost.


Posey's Brigade / Nr. 116
West Confederate Avenue (Spangler Woods)
     

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Posey's Brigade

12th 16th 19th 48th Mississippi Infantry

- July 2. Arrived and took position here in the morning. Through some misunderstanding of orders instead of the Brigade advancing in compact ranks in support of the troops on its right in their assault on the Union lines the regiments were ordered forward at different times. Deployed as skirmishers and fighting in detachments they pushed back the Union outposts and drove some artillerists for awhile from their guns but did not join in the attack upon the Union position on Cemetery Ridge.

- July 3. Was held in reserve here supporting artillery in its front.

Present 1150 Killed 12 Wounded 71 Total 83


J.Lane's Battalion / Nr. 117
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
     

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division

Lane's Battalion - Patterson's Wingfield's and Ross' Batteries

Three Napoleons - Two 20 Pounder Parrotts - Three 10 Pounder Parrotts - Four 3 Inch Navy Parrotts and Five 12 Pounder Howitzers

July 2 - 3. Took part in the battle.

July 4. Remained in position near here and about sunset began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses Killed 3 Wounded 21 Missing 6 Total 30 / Ammunition expended


Sumter (GA) Artillery, Co.A, Ross' Battery / Nr. 118
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
      

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Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Lane's Battalion

Ross's Battery - One Napoleon Three 10 Pounder Parrotts - One 3 Inch Navy Parrott One 12 Pounder Howitzer

- July 2. Five of the guns were in position here and actively engaged under a heavy fire of artillery. The Howitzer was detached and served with Patterson's Battery south of Spangler's Woods.

- July 3. Remained here and participated in all the operations of the artillery including the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault.

- July 4. Withdrew about sunset and began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses Killed 1 Wounded 7 Missing 2

Ammunition expended 506 rounds. Horses killed or disabled 9.


Sumter (GA) Artillery, Co.B, Patterson's Battery / Nr. 119
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
      

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Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Lane's Battalion

Patterson's Battery - Two Napoleons Four 12 Pounder Howitzers

- July 2. Was detached from the Battalion in the morning together with the Howitzers of Ross' Battery and ordered into position here. In the afternoon opened fire upon the Union positions north of the Peach Orchard and when the infantry advanced at 6 P. M. moved forward with it beyond the Emmitsburg Road and was engaged there until dark.

- July 3. Occupied a position near here in reserve and did not take part in the active operations of the day.

- July 4. Withdrew about sunset and began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses Killed 2 Wounded 5 Missing 2

Ammunition expended 170 rounds. Horses killed or disabled


Sumter (GA) Artillery, Co.C, Wingfield's Battery / Nr. 120
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
     
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Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Anderson's Division / Lane's Battalion

Wingfield's Battery - Two 20 Pounder Parrotts Three 3 Inch Navy Parrotts

- July 2. In position here actively engaged and exposed all the while to a heavy fire from the Union artillery.

- July 3. Remained here and took part in all artillery conflicts of the day including that which preceded Longstreet's assault.

- July 4. Withdrew about sunset and began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses Wounded 9 Missing 2

Ammunition expended 406 rounds. Horses killed or disabled 20.


Heth's Division / Nr. 121

West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)

   

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Third Army Corps / Heth's Division - Major Gen. Henry Heth - Brig. Gen. J. J. Pettigrew

First Brigade - Brig. Gen. J. J. Pettigrew - Col. J. K. Marshall

Second Brigade - Col. J. M. Brockenbrough

Third Brigade - Brig. Gen. James A. Archer - Col. B. D. Fry - Col. S. G. Shepard

Fourth Brigade - Brig. Gen. Joseph R. Davis

Artillery Brigade / Four Batteries - Lieut. Col. John J. Garnett

- July 1. The Division moved at 5 A. M. from Cashtown toward Gettysburg. About 3 miles from town the advance met the Union Forces. Archer's and Davis' Brigades moved forward on the right and left of the turnpike were soon engaged. The Brigades were forced to retire with heavy loss. After resting for an hour the Division was advanced in line of battle to the right of the pike and met with stubborn resistance. Rodes' Division Second Corps appeared on the left and formed a line at right angles. The Union troops retired to a wooded hill in the rear and finally gave way. The Division bivouacked on the ground won.

- July 2. The Division in the morning was relieved by Anderson and held in reserve.

- July 3. The Division occupied the position of the day before and was ordered to report to Lieut. Gen. Longstreet to unite in the attack on the Union centre. The assault was made and failed. The Division returned to its former position.

- July 4. At night the Division took up line of march.


Pettigrew's Brigade / Nr. 122
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
        

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C. S. A. /Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division / Pettigrew's Brigade

11th 26th 47th 52nd North Carolina Infantry

- July 1. Crossing Willoughby Run at 2 P. M. met the 1st Brigade 1st Division First Corps in Reynolds Woods and drove it back after a bloody struggle. Advancing to the summit of the ridge encountered and broke a second Union line and was then relieved by troops of Pender's Division.

- July 2. Lay in woods west of the Run. In evening took position near here.

- July 3. In Longstreet's assault the Brigade occupied the right center of the Division and the course of the charge brought it in front of the high stone wall north of the Angle and 80 yards farther east, it advanced very nearly to that wall. A few reached it but were captured. The skeleton regiments retired led by Lieutenants and the Brigade by a Major the only field officer left.

- July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present on the first day about 2000 Killed 190 Wounded 915 Missing about 300 Total 1405


Brockenbrough's Brigade / Nr. 123
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
       

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C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps Heth's Division / Brockenbrough's Brigade

40th 47th 55th Regiments and 22nd Battalion Virginia Infantry

- July 1. Crossed the Run at 2 P.M. between Chambersburg Pike and Reynolds Woods. Engaged Union forces on McPherson ridge and with other troops on left drove them back to next ridge capturing two flags and many prisoners with some sharpshooters in the barn. Soon afterwards the Brigade was relieved by Pender's Division.

- July 2. Lay in the woods west of the Run. In the evening took position near here.

- July 3. In Longstreet's assault this Brigade was on the left flank of the column and as it approached the Union position was exposed to a severe fire of musketry on the left flank and artillery and musketry in front. It pushed beyond the Emmitsburg Road but was met by a heavy front and flank fire from the Union lines north of the Bryan Barn and compelled to fall back.

- July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present on the first day about 2000 Killed 180 Wounded 717 Missing about 500 Total 1397


Archer's Brigade / Nr. 124
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
         

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C. S. A./ Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division / Archer's Brigade

5th Battalion and 13th Alabama / 1st 7th 14th Tennessee Infantry

July 1. Reached the field in the morning. The Battalion was ordered to watch Cavalry on the right. The four regiments advancing to Reynolds Woods were met and flanked by the 1st Brigade 1st Division First Corps and fell back across the Run losing 75 prisoners including Brig. Gen. Archer.

July 2. In the evening marched from the woods west of Willoughby Run and took position here.

July 3. In Longstreet's assault was the right Brigade of Pettigrew's Division. Advanced to the stone wall at the Angle and some of the men leaped over it. Had 13 color bearers shot four of them at the wall. Lost 4 of 5 flags and 5 of the 7 field officers with company officers and men in nearly the same proportion.

July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 1048 Killed and wounded 160 Missing 517 Total 677


Archer's Brigade / Nr. 125
Meredith Avenue (Reynolds Woods)
       

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division / Archer's Brigade

5th Battalion and 13th Alabama / 1st 7th 14th Tennessee Infantry

- July 1. The Brigade moved from Cashtown early in the morning towards Gettysburg. After a march of six miles came in view of the Union forces. The Brigade was deployed on the west side of Willoughby Run and about 10 A. M. advanced encountered 1st Brigade First Division beyond the run. The firing continued for a short time when a large force appearing on the right flank and opening a cross fire the position became untenable the Brigade was forced back across the run but advanced with the Division later in the day. The advance in the morning reached this position.

- July 2. Not engaged.

- July 3. Formed part of the column of Longstreet's assault.

- July 4. The Brigade took up the line of march during the night to Hagerstown.


Davis' Brigade / Nr. 126
Reynolds Avenue (Railroad Cut)
     

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division / Davis's Brigade

2nd, 11th, 42nd Mississippi / 55th North Carolina Infantry

- July 1. Formed west of Herr's Tavern crossed Willoughby Run about 10 A. M. Advanced in line and soon encountered artillery supported by 2nd Brigade 1st Division First Corps. The engagement was stubborn. The advance was made to the railroad cut after a short interval the attack was renewed at the cut and the Brigade was forced back losing many killed and wounded. A large force advancing on the right and rear opening a heavy flank fire the order was given to retire. About 3 P. M. the Brigade again moved forward with the Division and reached the suburbs of the town. The Brigade in the advance in the morning reached the railroad cut.

- July 2. Not engaged.

- July 3. Formed part of the column of Longstreet's assault.

- July 4. The Brigade took up the line of march during the night to Hagerstown.


Davis' Brigade / Nr. 127
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
   

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Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division / Davis's Brigade

2nd, 11th, 42nd Mississippi / 55th North Carolina Infantry

- July 1. Formed line west of Herr's Tavern and crossing the Run at 10 A. M. dislodged 2nd Maine Battery and the 2nd Brigade 1st Division First Corps. Threatened on the right it wheeled and occupied railroad cut too deep and steep for defense whereby it lost many prisoners and a stand of colors. Joined later by the 11th Regiment previously on duty guarding trains the Brigade fought until the day's contest ended.

- July 2. Lay all day west of the Run. At evening took position near here.

- July 3. In Longstreet's assault the Brigade formed the left center of Pettigrew's Division and advanced to the stone wall south of Bryan Barn where with regiments shrunken to companies and field officers all disabled further effort was useless.

- July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present on the first day about 2000 Killed 180 Wounded 717 Missing about 500 Total 1397


J.Garnett's Battalion / Nr. 128
West Confederate Avenue (Shultz Woods)    
      
 

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Heth's Division

Garnett's Battalion - Grandy's, Moore's, Lewis's, and Maurin's Batteries

Four Napoleons, Two 10 pounder Parrotts, Seven 3 inch Rifles, Two 12 pounder Howitzers

- July 1, 2, 3, 4 The Parrotts and Rifles took part in the battle in different position on each of the three days their most active service being on the second day in this position.

The Napoleons and Howitzers were in reserve and not actively engaged at any time. All withdrew from the field on the fourth day but not at the same hour nor by the same route.

Losses Wounded 5, missing 17. Total 22. / Horses killed or disabled 13.


Donaldsville (LA) Artillery, Maurin's Battery / Nr. 129
West Confederate Avenue (Shultz Woods)   
       

Inschrift 

Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Heth's Division / Garnett's Battalion

Maurin's Battery - The Donaldsonville Artillery - One 10 Pounder Two 3 Inch Rifles

- July 1. About 3.30 P.M. relieved some of Pegram's guns whose ammunition was exhausted on the ridge west of Herr's Tavern and from that time took an active part in the conflict.

- July 2. In position here all day but not actively engaged until 3 P.M. when it opened and maintained a steady fire on Cemetery Hill until near sunset and vigorously renewed it at dusk for the purpose of diverting the fire of the Union artillery from the Confederate infantry then assaulting East Cemetery Hill.

- July 3. Ordered to a position south of McMillan's Woods and held in reserve sometimes fired upon but not returning the fire.

- July 4. Withdrew about 8 A.M. and marched to Cashtown to reinforce the cavalry escorting the wagon train.

Losses not reported in detail.


Huger (VA) Artillery, Moore's Brigade / Nr. 130
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)     
     

Inschrift 

Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Heth's Division / Garnett's' Battalion

Moore's Battery - The Huger Artillery - One 10 Pounder Parrott One 3 Inch Rifle and Two Napoleons

- July 1. The Parrott and Rifle about 3.30 P. M. relieved some of Pegram's guns on the ridge west of Herr's Tavern their ammunition being exhausted and from that time took part in the conflict.

- July 2. Opened fire here at 3 P. M. on East Cemetery Hill and kept it up for some hours. Renewed it at dusk in support of Early's assault.

- July 3. Moved under orders to position south of McMillan's Woods and remained inactive all day though sometimes under fire.

- July 4. At 8 A. M. marched to Cashtown to reinforce the cavalry escorting the wagon train. The Napoleons took no part in the battle but were in position here on this day and at evening began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses not reported in detail.


Lewis (VA) Artillery, Lewis' Battery / Nr. 131
West Confederate Avenue (Shultz Woods)  
   

Inschrift 

Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Heth's Division / Garnett's Battalion

Lewis's Battery - The Lewis Artillery - Two 3 Inch Rifles Two Napoleons

- July 1. One of the Rifles at 3.30 P. M. relieved one of Pegram's guns on the ridge west of Herr's Tavern and was engaged until the fight ended.

- July 2. Both Rifles were in position here and took an active part in the artillery duel in the afternoon and evening with Union batteries on Cemetery Hill.

- July 3. Moved under orders to a point south of McMillan's Woods but not engaged at any time although from time to time under fire.

- July 4. The Napoleons were never actively engaged in the battle but on this day were placed in position here. At night they rejoined the Rifles and with them began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses not reported in detail.


Norfolk (VA) Artllery, Grandy's Battery / Nr. 132
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)    
      

Inschrift 

Army of Northern Virginia / Hill's Corps / Heth's Division / Garnett's Battalion

Grandy's Battery - The Norfolk Light Artillery Blues - Two 3 Inch Rifles Two 12 Pounder Howitzers

- July 1. Arrived on the field in the afternoon but was not engaged.

- July 2. The Rifles took position here in the morning and participated during the afternoon and evening in the artillery duel with the Union batteries on Cemetery Hill.

- July 3. Ordered to the south side of McMillan's Woods and held all day in reserve without firing a shot though sometimes under fire.

- July 4. The Howitzers were never actively engaged in the battle but on this day were placed in a position here. At night they rejoined the Rifles and with them began the march to Hagerstown.

Losses not reported in detail.


Pender's Division / Nr. 133
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)   
     

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia /Third Army Corps / Pender's Division - Major Gen. William D. Pender - Brig. Gen. James H. Lane - Major Gen. I. R. Trimble

First Brigade - Col. Abner Perrin / Second Brigade - Brig. James H. Lane

Third Brigade - Brig. Gen. Edward L. Thomas / Fourth Brigade - Brig. Gen. A. M. Scales - Lieut. Col. G. T Gordon - Col. W. Lee J. Lowrance

Artillery Battalion - Four Batteries Major William T Poague

- July 1. The Division moved about 8 A. M. in the direction of Gettysburg following Heth's division. A line of battle was formed on the right and left of the Pike 3 miles from the town. About 3 P. M. a part of Ewell's Corps appeared on the left and the Union forces making a strong demonstration an advance was ordered. Heth became vigorously engaged. The Division moved to the support passing through the lines forced the Union troops to Seminary Ridge. The Division reformed on the Ridge the left resting on Fairfield Road.

- July 2. In position on the ridge not engaged except heavy skirmishing along the line.

- July 3. During the morning two Brigades ordered to report to Lieut. Gen. Longstreet as a support to Gen. Pettigrew and were placed in rear of right of Heth's Division which formed a portion of the column of assault. The line moved forward one mile in view of the fortified position on Cemetery Ridge, exposed to severe fire. The extreme right reached the works but was compelled to fall back. The Division reformed where it rested before making the attack.

- July 4. The Division during the night took up the line of march.

Casualties Killed 262 Wounded 1312 Missing 116 Total 1690


Perrin's Brigade (SC)  / Nr. 134
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)  
     

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Pender's Division  / Perrin's Brigade

1st Rifles 12th 13th 14th Regiments and 1st Provisional South Carolina Infantry

- July 1. Crossed Willoughby Run about 3.30 P. M. with its left in Reynolds Woods and advancing relieved Heth's line. Took a prominent part in the struggle by which the Union forces were dislodged from Seminary Ridge and pursuing them into town captured many prisoners. The Rifle Regiment was on duty as train guard and not in the battle of this day.

- July 2. Supported artillery south of Fairfield Road. At 6 P. M. advanced a battalion of Sharpshooters which skirmished with Union outposts until dark. At 10 P. M. took position on Ramseur's right in the Long Lane leading from the town to the Bliss House and Barn.

- July 3. In the same position and constantly engaged in skirmishing.

- July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present about 1600 Killed 100 Wounded 477 Total 577


J.Lane's Brigade (NC) / Nr. 135
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods) 
     

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Pender's Division / Lane's Brigade

7th 18th 28th 33rd 37th North Carolina Infantry

- July 1. Crossed Willoughby Run about 3.30 P. M. and advanced on the right of the Division in the final and successful movement against the Union forces on Seminary Ridge held back Union Cavalry which threatened the flank and had a sharp conflict at the stone wall on Seminary Ridge just south of Fairfield Road.

- July 2. Lay with its right in McMillan's Woods with skirmish line advanced.

- July 3. In Longstreet's assault the Brigade supported the centre of Pettigrew's Division advancing in good order under the storm of shot and shell and when near the Union works north of the Angle pushed forward to aid the fragments of the front line in the final struggle and was among the last to retire.

- July 4. After night withdrew and began the march to Hagerstown.

Present 1355 Killed 41 Wounded 348 Missing 271 Total 660


Thomas' Brigade (GA) / Nr. 136
West Confederate Avenue (McMillan Woods)
   

Inschrift 

C. S. A. / Army of Northern Virginia / Hills Corps / Pender's Division / Thomas' Brigade

14th 35th 45th 49th Georgia Infantry

- July 1. In reserve north of Chambersburg Pike on left of the Division. At sunset moved to position in McMillan's Woods.

- July 2. On duty in support of artillery. At 10 P. M. advancing took position in Long Lane with left flank in touch with McGowan's Brigade and the right near the Bliss House and Barn.

- July 3. Engaged most of the day in severe skirmishing and exposed to a heavy fire of artillery. After dark retired to this Ridge.

Present about 1200 Killed 34 Wounded 179 Missing 57 Total 270


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