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The Orleans Light Horse, Louisiana Cavalry

I'm trying to pull together any and all information on the ORLEANS LIGHT HORSE, an independent cavalry company formed in New Orleans in Jan/Feb 1861. Also, frequently known as "Captain Leeds' Company" or "Captain Greenleaf's Company". Deployed to Army of Tennessee in Mar/Apr 62; became escort company to LTG Polk; later (after Polk's death) to LTG Alexander Stewart. Paroled at Durham Station, NC in April 65. In particular, I'm interested in any local newspaper articles or comments, rosters, memoirs or other personal recollections of members.

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