Jacqueline,

Here is a little info. on Gidding's Battalion.

Texas Gidding's Cavalry Battalion organized with six companies in the spring of 1864. It was surrendered by General E. K. Smith, commanding Trans Mississippi Department, on May 26, 1865. Lieutenant Colonel George H. Giddings was the first commander.

Battles;

Skirmish, June 25, 1864 at Rancho Las Rinas.

Battle of Palmetto Ranch May 12-13, 1865. Said to be the last battle of the Civil War.

I hope this helps you,
Gary D. Bray