Feb 23, 2013 · 4. Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church was the initial meeting place in January, 1863, for the fifteen troopers who originally made up Mosby's command; the following year it was the scene of one of their largest battles when Mosby and around 150 rangers intercepted a Union raiding party returning from Leesbburg here.

Mar 2, 2012 · The families of most of Mosby's men are known, and can be collected. I think they should be taken and kept at Fort McHenry, or some secure place, as hostages for the good conduct of Mosby and his men. Where any of Mosby's men are caught hang them without trial. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant-General.

Apr 29, 2013 · Who's who for Mosby's Rangers? Thread starter JPWalton; Start date Jun 19, 2013; JPWalton Sergeant. Joined ...

Jun 21, 2008 · James J. Williamson's book "Mosby's Rangers" is worth checking out. Originally published by Kenyon in New York 1896. IIRC the battalion's surgeon Dr. Monteiro wrote a book also. Don Hakenson published his book (2013) on Mosby's military operations in Fairfax County VA.That's a nice read; also a tour guide with lots of photos.

Dec 3, 2011 · These rangers were an elite force of scouts and guerrilla fighters who were commanded by John Singleton Mosby. The adventures and exploits of Mosby's Rangers became legendary in American military history. In early August 1864, the Federal Army came under the command of a new leader, Major General Phillip H. Sheridan.

Feb 20, 2019 · If you really have an interest in Mosby, you should read the following books about Mosby: Horace Mewborn, "From Mosby's Command: Newspapers, letters and articles by and about John S. Mosby and his Rangers.", James Ramage: "Gray Ghost: The Life of Colonel John Singleton Mosby.", Jeff Wert: "Mosby's Rangers."

Feb 28, 2019 · Hey guys, I am starting reenacting and joining a group that does a Mosby's rangers impression. They have loaner gear, but I am just wondering what would be the most authentic uniform/kit/gear items for a mosby's rangers impression once the time comes to purchase my own gear. Any help is appreciated.

Apr 20, 2012 · As was noted, the men in the photo were all members of Mosby's Rangers. The photo was taken in Richmond a few months after the war and most of the men were from Richmond or nearby. Obviously at that time the men were not going to be armed - as it was, the fact that the men's uniforms even have buttons that probably had some markings on them ...

Dec 21, 2024 · This book tells the history of Mosby's Rangers from first hand accounts of soldiers and the inhabitants in which they encountered. www.google.com Captain Louis J. Dupre of Texas wrote an interesting narrative to illustrate the nature of Confederate scouting in Tennessee and North Georgia...

Apr 8, 2018 · For evidence I'd simply direct you towards the simplest internet search, Mosby's Rangers functioning as dismounted skirmishers is as crazy as the idea of them working alongside Confederate infantry, because simply put, they worked behind enemy lines, away from other Confederate troops on their own most of the time.