Upon reaching Harper's Ferry, they toured the armory before departing by train for home. The 3rd West Virginia Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Chief Quartermaster: Lt. Col. James L. Corley Organized in 1808. ", The regiment arrived in New York on September 13 and joined the portion of Washington's army defending Harlem Heights, north of the city. Much to the relief of Colonel Pryor, he was finally able to procure a commissary officer in the form of Timothy Reeves. 16th Georgia Infantry- Col. Goode Bryan From correspondence between Robert E. Lee and Capt. Colonel and James G. Hodges of the Marion Rifles elected Major. [1], The month came to a close with the temporary detachment of two of the regiments companies. A. H. Gallaway (w), Capt. With the designation of Regiment, David Smith Walton elected Colonel, P. H. Daughtrey elected Lt. 3rd Infantry Regiment was organized at Portsmouth, Virginia, in 1856 with volunteer companies attached to the 7th Regiment Virginia Militia. Colonel Pryor would later rescind these intentions after witnessing the company's proficiency at the artillery range in which they scored direct hits on all four of their targets. In the week leading up to departure, the companies drilled every evening so as their form would be of the utmost respect due the event. Gen. William Barksdale (mw/c), Col. Benjamin G. Humphreys, 13th Mississippi Infantry- Col. John W. Carter (k) 28th North Carolina Infantry- Col. Samuel D. Lowe (w), Lt. Col. W. H. A. Speer (w) Gen. Richard B. Garnett (k), Maj. C. S. Peyton, 8th Virginia Infantry- Col. Eppa Hunton (w) As the month came to a close, it was marked by training of the Surry Light Artillery (Company I). 4th Virginia Cavalry- Col. William Carter Wickham 7th Tennessee Infantry- Lt. Col. Samuel G. Shepherd 9th Virginia Cavalry- Col. Richard L. T. Beale Union Guard under Captain David J. Goodwin, Organized on June 17, 1857 and composed mostly of Irish-Americans, July 3, 1856- In their first Parade, The Portsmouth National Light Infantry Grays marched out to Newtown on the suburbs of Portsmouth and were presented with a flag. Archibald Graham On the eve of Secession, April 16, 1861, the 3rd Regiment of Virginia Volunteers was composed of the following companies. This engagement took place on the 5th and was known as The Battle of Pig Point in which the revenue cutter Harriet Lane laid shell upon the newly constructed battery at Pig Point in effort to assess its strength. When the men protested the perceived sleight of hand Colonel Pryor once again charge mutiny and placed several of the company and Lieutenant George W. Hutchins under arrest. James B. Golladay, Brig. William W. Parke 5th Virginia Infantry- Col. John H. S. Funk Thus embarrassed by extra and ordinary cares and difficulties', I venture to request that I may be furnished with that staff officer, without whose assistance I cannot possibly provide for the comfort of my command. William K. Bachman The 3rd Battalion, 116th Infantry Regiment is an infantry battalion of the Virginia Army National Guard assigned to the 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 29th Infantry Division. Col. Solon Z. Ruff John C. Griffin, Company D (Southampton Greys) Capt. The three regiments consisted of four companies from the 1st Regiment Infantry, eight companies from the 2nd Regiment Infantry, nine companies from the 3rd Regiment Infantry, eight companies from the 4th Regiment Infantry, two companies of the 3rd Battalion Infantry, and two companies of the 4th Battalion Infantry. Contents 1 Organization 2 Additional Companies 3 Pre-War Operations 3.1 1856 3.2 1857 3.3 1858 3.4 1859 3.5 1860 4 Succession Lynchburg, Virginia: H. E. Howard, 1986. The remainder of the regiment appear to have been armed with standard flintlocks of which it was stated by one Major Wilson of unknown affiliation "These men are brave, but the inferiority of their arms produces a feeling of insecurity among them".[1]. 26th North Carolina Infantry- Col. Henry K. Burgwyn (k), Lt. Col. John Lane (w), Maj. John J. Jones (w), Capt. M. G. Bass, 2nd Georgia Infantry- Lt. Col. William T. Harris (k), Maj. William S. Shepherd John T. Wingfield, Maj. Gen. Henry Heth (w), Brig. A month of inactivity followed while both armies sought to recover from the recent fighting and decide what to do next. This lead the Union to construct siege fortifications along the Warwick River, delaying their advance by four weeks when in actuality their far superior numbers could have easily routed the small force. Charles J. Moffett, 6th Virginia Infantry- Col. George T. Rogers Living History - Battle Reenactments - School Demonstrations Military Secretary, Acting Asst. However soon this would be the least of his worries as the turn of the month would bring complete reorganization to his ranks.[1]. The early months brought with them a mild winter with little snowfall and perhaps nothing else. A Centennial History of . 52nd North Carolina Infantry- Col. James K. Marshall (k), Lt. Col. Marcus A. Somewhere along the way however, through either eagerness or confusion, on the night of 28th, the 3rd Virginia crossed the James reaching the opposite bank at daybreak and then began marching towards Yorktown. The regimental elections resulted in the following command structure and most notably the ouster of Roger Atkinson Pryor, Colonel Joseph Mayo (Previously Lieutenant Colonel), Lieutenant Colonel Joseph V. Scott (Previously Major), Major Alexander D. Callcott (Previously Captain of Company K). While the men labored away another change occurred which undoubtedly affected the regiment as William B. Taliaferro was relieved from command of the Norfolk area militia's. Joseph Graham Cobb's Legion (Georgia)- Col. Pierce B. M. Young Wallace, Lee A. 22nd North Carolina Infantry- Col. James Conner On July 18, Company G was dispatched about 5 miles west to Vellines Farm on the other side of Burwells Bay to guard the landing at Stone House Wharf while another unidentified company was sent to guard two nearby landings.[1]. March began much like the end of the preceding month with rumors of active operation, yet little but idleness to occupy the regiments time. As such, on May 2, General Gwynn received orders directing removal of all valuable goods which may be of use to the state and not needed by the command. 12th South Carolina Infantry- Col. John L. Miller William M. McGregor In a letter dtd. General Magruder was placed on Longstreet right towards mulberry island on the south, and General D. H. Hill occupied the north extending to Yorktown, thus completing the line. MAIL: PO Box 7311, Richmond, Virginia 23221. A RECORD OF EVENTS IN NORFOLK COUNTY, VIRGINIA, FROM APRIL 19th, 1861, TO MAY 10th, 1862, WITH A HISTORY OF THE SOLDIERS AND SAILORS OF NORFOLK COUNTY, NORFOLK CITY AND PORTSMOUTH WHO SERVED IN THE CONFEDERATE STATES ARMY OR NAVY. Gen. Ambrose R. Wright, Col. William Gibson, 3rd Georgia Infantry- Col. Edward J. Walker 18th Mississippi Infantry- Col. Thomas M. Griffin(w), Lt. Col. William H. Luse (c) These detachments may have been made in response to correspondence April 30 between General Gwynn and Adjutant General R.S. These were not however the only changes afoot as on April 16 Colonel Pryor was promoted to Brigadier General in a change most welcomed by many of the men who had grown dissatisfied with his leadership style. Inspector General: Maj. Charles S. Venable It entered Confederate service during July, 1861. A. Robinson (absent) To fill his vacancy 1st Lt. Thomas Pannill, Adjutant of Co. E was commissioned on the 9th thus completing the matter.[1]. Gen. Wade Hampton (w), Col. Laurence S. Baker, 1st North Carolina Cavalry- Col. Laurence S. Baker James B. Gwaltney (Previously Company K), Company K (Halifax Rifles) Capt. The 3d U.S. Infantry, traditionally known as "The Old Guard," is the oldest active-duty infantry unit in the Army, serving our nation since 1784. 15th Georgia Infantry- Col. M. Dudley DuBose 17th Georgia Infantry- Col. Wesley C. Hodges 42nd Virginia Infantry- Col. Robert Withers, Capt. Gen. Evander M. Law, Brig. Henry C. Albright From the 3rd was called the Portsmouth National Light Infantry Greys while the rest of the regiment was put in a state of readiness. Tyler C. Jordan William H. Caskie Speight B. 30th North Carolina Infantry- Col. Francis M. Parker (w), Maj. W. W. Sillers, Col. Edward A. O'Neal 15th Louisiana Infantry- Maj. Andrew Brady, 2nd Virginia Infantry- Col. John Q.A. The month began with the addition of a new company as on December 3 the Halifax Rifles were officially attached to the regiment as Company L. As such, On the following day the men boarded the Steamer Northampton at Richmond en route to the James River and Camp Pemberton. Joseph Becton, a member of the 3rd Regiment Infantry United States Colored Troops Civil War Re-enactors, carries a U.S. flag into a shadow after a ceremony marking Walt Whitman's 200th Birthday at . 1st South Carolina Rifles- Capt. On the 17th, Union General George B. McClellan with a flotilla of 300 vessels transported both man and machine to Fortress Monroe on the tip of the Virginia peninsula with hopes of marching on to the confederate capital of Richmond . Although the sun had not yet risen, local militia commanders from within the city, as well as neighboring Portsmouth wasted no time in seeking to report their numbers and condition as well as procure any orders which were handed down by the governor. McGregor's (Virginia) Battery- Capt. Arriving the night of the 29th, they established Camp Pryor on the Curtis Farm outside the city where they suffered thru cold rain since in their hasty departure no time was allotted to gather their tents. This gives brief historical sketches of each regiment and lists officers, company names, and commanders. At the turn of the month, The Virginia Artillery, Portsmouth Rifles & Old Dominion Guard were transferred to the 9th Virginia Regiment. As such, the 3rd Virginia usurer in the tenure of perhaps their best known commander, Colonel Roger Atkinson Pryor. On April 27, engineer Andrew Talcott reported that 10 guns ((2) 8" Shell & (8) 32-pounders) had thus far been mounted at the Naval Hospital and by weeks end 2 more were added completing the battery. 3rd Virginia Cavalry- Col. Thomas H. Owen The harbor of Norfolk and approaches thereto were entirely unprotected against attack from Federal vessels."[5]. Gen. James H. Lane, Col. Clark M. Avery, 7th North Carolina Infantry- Maj. J. McCleod Turner (w/c), Capt. These twelve organizations, which including the 3rd Virginia companies numbered in total approximately eight hundred and fifty men, however they had in their possession no form of ammunition. 3rd Virginia Infantry- Col. Joseph Mayo, Jr., Lt. Col. Alexander D. Callcote (k) Marcellus M. Moorman, 18th Virginia Cavalry- Col. George W. Imboden) 8th Florida Infantry- Lt. Col. William Baya, 12th Mississippi Infantry- Col. Walter H. Taylor William L. McLeod The following excerpt from said orders best illustrates the general disposition of the orders: "It is not intended that you shall cross the river until you have positive evidence that a demonstration is being made against General Magruder. Gen. James J. Pettigrew, Col. James K. Marshall (k), 11th North Carolina Infantry- Col. Collett Leventhorpe (w/c), Maj. Egbert Ross (k) Colonel Pryor was determined that this company would become a well drilled infantry company and as such enlisted Sergent William H. Bloxom of Company H to drill them in such endeavors. Ruffin of the Virginia Volunteers, it appears that this camp was established on suspicion the enemy may land at Burwell's Bay and proceed to occupy the railroad. The matter was finally settled when officers of the regiment familiar with the new conscription law passed just days prior on April 16 informed the men that all previous reenlistment laws were now void and they would be required to finish their service with the regiment. From late 1856, up until the middle of the following year three more companies were introduce into the ranks of the 3rd, thus bringing it regimental designation. The fighting soon ended, and the Americans successfully prevented the British from moving up the hill in what became known as the battle of Harlem Heights. Rations were plentiful throughout, consisting of coffee, flour, bacon, beef, sugar and sometimes rice and as such illness was kept to a marginal level. Old Dominion Guard under Captain Edward Kearns, Portsmouth National Light Infantry Greys under Captain P. H. Daughtrey. Brooks (South Carolina) Artillery- Lt. S. C. Gilbert Brides Cavalry/Light Guard, On June 22, Colonel Pryor made known his frustration to Richmond Authorities about the scattered nature of his regiment. Carrington December 2, 1859- On the day of John Browns execution, The National Greys were stationed in the yard of the courthouse where they occupied the first floor. We are happy to exchange information with other researchers. 7th Virginia Cavalry- Lt. Col. Thomas Marshall In a quiet moment, John Chilton reflected that "Mankind when engaged in Warfare are as wary & timorous of each other as Deer are of Men." He was sentenced this day to suspension of his command for the time of one month as well as censure in front of the public. Gen. Albert G. Jenkins (w), Col. Milton J. Ferguson, 14th Virginia Cavalry- Maj. Benjamin F. Eakle As the month commenced, Halifax County Sheriff James R. West began organizing a company of infantry for future service in the CSA. Three days later with a parting salute from the Alexandria Artillery the Greys and Rifles left Charles Town. Alexander C. Latham On the following day, the National Greys boarded the Steamship Louisiana along with the Captain Lamb's Woodis Riffles of Norfolk en route to Baltimore. 42nd Mississippi Infantry- Col. Hugh R. Miller (mw/c) J. Lowrance, Lt. Col. George T. Gordon (w) Read John Chilton's complete account of the battle of Harlem Heights: Become a member! [1], In mid October, the regiment began work on winter quarters leaving Camp Cook for the more inland location of Camp Pemberton. James V. Brooke, Danville (Virginia) Artillery- Capt. "[1], As the month came to a close, Halifax County Sheriff James R. West officially enlisted his men for service at the Halifax Court House on the 28th. The company was dormant for a time and revived in late 1856. Organized June 4, 1856, the company employed grey frock coats and trousers and were described as handsomely dressed. 36th Virginia Battalion- Capt. 13th South Carolina Infantry- Lt. Col. Benjamin T. Brockman It entered Confederate service during July, 1861. It entered Confederate service during July . William P. Moseley Pryor was given command of all forces at Camp Huger. This change was said to have been made in the interest of good discipline as it was feared friendly commanders would be unwilling to perform the necessary discipline against their brotherly subordinates.[1][7]. M. Jones (w), Lt. Col. Robert H. Dungan, 21st Virginia Infantry- Capt. Rockbridge (Virginia) Artillery- Capt. Alexander D. Callcote. 26th Georgia Infantry- Col. Edmund N. Atkinson John C. Carpenter 33rd Virginia Infantry- Capt. Blanton A. Hill 55th Virginia Infantry- Col. William S. Christian On the evening of the 19th, Taliaferro knowing the importance of securing powder for his troops as well as the state, ordered the Independent Greys under Captain Richard C. Taylor to seize the powder magazine at Fort Norfolk. However, before such orders were carried out the crisis surrounding John Brown subsided. 44th Virginia Infantry- Maj. Norval Cobb (w), Capt. At Camp Huger the Dismal Swamp Rangers, Virginia Riflemen & Dinwiddle Rifle Greys remained quartered while the Norfolk County Patriots and Portsmouth National Light Infantry Greys continued their work at the Gosport Naval Yard. Finally on February 20, a quiet Saturday night, the regiment boarded the Steamer Coffee for a trip down the James River. William J. Arthur, Company G (Rough & Ready Guards) Capt. As such, many a man found themselves doing doubled guard duty or at times facing sterner punishment for breach of military order.[1]. They were further ordered to use the bulk lead in combination with the seized powder to produce the remainder locally.[7]. 38th Georgia Infantry- Capt. Known as the Halifax Rifles or High Hill Rifles, the company was organized starting in August with men of Halifax County. Branch (North Carolina) Artillery- Capt. 2nd Virginia Cavalry- Col. Thomas T. Munford As such in his absence on the 15th, Colonel Pryor being the senior officer in camp conducted a brigade review of the approximately 4,000 troops under the command of the 1st Brigade. This prompted General Robert E. Lee to issue orders to Colston's brigade that should attack fall upon Major Gen. Magruder at Yorktown, he and his men were to cross the James at Stone House Wharf and reinforce Magurder. Nadenbousch In front beneath a brass bugle ornament were brass letters N.M.R. Colonel and P. H. Daughtrey of the Portsmouth National Light Infantry Grays elected Major. Reaching Grove Wharf on the opposite bank by 10 that evening, through mud and water the brigade marched to the Warwick-Yorktown Line. John E. Deans, Company I (Surry Light Artillery) Capt. Charles R. Grandy, Maj. Gen. William D. Pender (mw), Maj. Gen. Isaac Trimble (w/c), Brig. Staunton (Virginia) Artillery- Capt. By the following day, members of the 3rd Virginia were again resting comfortably at Camp Pemberton with the exception of two unfortunate souls overcome by exposure to the elements. Virginia responded by sending the 3rd Virginia Infantry, the Old Dominion's first contribution of regulars to Washington's army. 26th Alabama Infantry- Lt. Col. John C. Goodgame, Jeff Davis (Alabama) Artillery- Capt. They then hunted for the fuse or slow match, but did not succeed in finding it, and concluded that after the train was laid the orders to blow it up had been countermanded, or that there had been some other hitch in the proceedings."[4]. The Norfolk County Patriots withdrew and would eventually become part of 41st Virginia Regiment. Garnett, Winder, Paxton, J.A. Salem (Virginia) Artillery- Lt. Charles B. Griffin. 53rd North Carolina Infantry- Col. William A. Owens 4th Company- Capt. Asher W. Garber, 32nd North Carolina Infantry- Col. Edmund C. Brabble J. Horace King (w) 44th Alabama Infantry- Col. William F. Perry Here they established Camp Huger, so named after their commanding general, on the Norfolk & Petersburg Railroad. The only artillery consisted of a few 6 pounder field pieces. Bruce L. Phillips, 2nd Mississippi Infantry- Col. John M. Stone The 3rd Virginia took part, advancing under orders from Washington himself. Benjamin Robinson However, after several of the men had indulged and found the dish palatable, supply began to suffer eventually running out. James W. Wyatt Chilton and his men "made about four fires." 4th Virginia Infantry- Maj. William Terry 3rd Virginia Volunteer Infantry: VA Camp Lee: Camp Alger (2) Richmond VA: 2nd-3rd-2nd Stateside * 4th Virginia Volunteer Infantry: VA Camp Lee: Camp Cuba Libre: Camp Onward: 7th-2nd-2nd Cuba Occ * 6th Virginia Volunteer Infantry: VA Camp H. C. Corbin: Camp Poland: Camp Haskell: 1st-2nd-3rd PA 33rd Regiment, Virginia Infantry Overview: 33rd Infantry Regiment was organized during the early summer of 1861 with men from the counties of Hampshire, Shenandoah, Frederick, Hardy, Page, and Rockingham. Adjutant General: Lt. Col. Walter H. Taylor HISTORICAL NOTES: The 3rd Virginia was organized at Portsmouth, Virginia, in 1856 with volunteer companies attached to the 7th Regiment Virginia Militia. 49th Georgia Infantry- Col. Samuel T. Player, Brig. Gen. Paul J. Semmes (mw), Col. Goode Bryan, 10th Georgia Infantry- Col. John B. Weems William A. Graham (w), Lt. Joseph Baker The parade was so immense that it took any given point an hour before the whole could pass. [1] By mid-July, 5 32 pound artillery pieces had been mounted at Fort Boykin to be served by the men of the 3rd. "One more piece of news I have to tell you," he explained to a friend, "and that is I greatly want to see Virginia and its inhabitants. Research Library open Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm, EMAIL: Info@VirginiaHistory.org Powhatan (Virginia) Artillery- Lt. John M. Cunningham 14th Virginia Infantry- Col. James G. Hodges (k), Lt. Col. William White On May 16, the Portsmouth Light Artillery was dispatched to Hoffler's Creek to guard the shore between Carney Island and the Nansemond River.
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