The First Georgia Cavalry in the Civil War - by Michael Bowers Cavender (Paperback)

About the Book

"This book is the first complete history of the First Georgia Cavalry, who saw action in Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina. A regimental roster includes more than 1,600 names with details of service provided, along with pre-war service, death and burial information in some cases"--

Book Synopsis

In 1861 Captain James J. Morrison resigned his commission in the United States Cavalry, returned to his home in Cedartown, Georgia, and was soon authorized by the Confederate War Department to raise a regiment of cavalry.

This book is the first complete history of the First Georgia Cavalry, who saw action in Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina. A regimental roster includes more than 1,600 names with details of service provided, along with pre-war service, death and burial information in some cases.

Review Quotes

"this book is one that will fascinate people who like history, particularly those who are into the Civil War...a good read...meticulously researched...of great value...well written and interesting"-The Newnan Times-Herald; "a resource for both historians and genealogists that will long be of use and enjoyment"-FGS Forum.

About the Author

Michael Bowers Cavender was a lieutenant in the United States Army, Quartermaster Corps. A retired financial planner, he has published several family histories in the History of Coweta County, Georgia. He lives in Stone Mountain, Georgia.