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Re: 39th Battalion Virginia cavalry

I'm building a Gettysburg miniature army, and I'd like it to be historically accurate, including unit uniforms, flags & banners.

Being the Army of N.Va. couriers & scouts, I would expect the uniforms of the 39th VA Cav Bn to be distinct ones... that would make them more recognizable.

When serving at Gen. Lee's HQ during July 1863, did the 39th VA Cav Bn have a distinct flag or banner of its own ?
If so, can you describe it or point me to an image ?

I've found a lot of units merely clipped the canton out of a 1st or 2nd National Flag, and painted their battle honors thereon.

Any advice you can give me about their uniforms and banners would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You Very Much,
Orange William (South Carolina)

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