3rd Regiment, Kentucky Cavalry (Duke's Brigade)

Historical Notes:
The Kentucky 3rd Cavalry (Duke’s Brigade), also known as 3rd Special Cavalry Battalion, was formed during the late fall of 1864 with men who had served under Gen. John H. Morgan. According to Gen. Basil W. Duke ("Civil War Reminiscences of Gen. Basil W. Duke"), Jefferson Davis after leaving Richmond, was first escorted by cavalry brigades of Gen. Dibrell and Col. W. C. P. Breckinridge. At Charlotte, North Carolina these three more brigades, that of Gen. Vaughn, Gen. Ferguson, and Gen. Basil Duke were added to the escort that was overall commanded by Gen. John C. Breckinridge. Officers:

Gen. Basil W. Duke

Gen. John C. Breckinridge

Assignments:

Attached to B.W. Duke's Brigade, Department of Western Virginia and East Tennessee

Battles:

Skirmishes in Tennessee and Kentucky

Escort of President Davis

Roster:
The roster of this unit contains the names of 1515 men.

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