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BLACK HORSE CAVALRY
The Black Horse Cavalry was conceived at a gathering of Warrenton lawyers in 1858 and was among the local militia companies called to active duty by Governor Henry Wise in 1859. The Black Horse led a successful charge against Union forces at the First Battle of Manassas, winning the special praise of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Known as Company H of the 4th Virginia Cavalry, the units served as bodyguard, escort, and scout for Generals Joseph E. Johnston and Stonewall Jackson. Following the War, a number of the men of the Black Horse became prominent leaders in the Commonwealth. |