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Bryce,

I don't recall one. I did quite a bit of study on the topic while working on my books about the Battles of Marianna and Natural Bridge.

Union black troops were involved in both battles. The Natural Bridge engagement also sparked an effort by Confederates to organize a regiment of 10 companies of black troops. Captains were appointed and the companies began drilling, but the war ended before they ever saw combat.

Dale

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