Mosby's Command in the Newspapers

By Cw Whitehair

John Singleton Mosby and his unit, the 43rd Battalion of Virginia Cavalry, operated in Northern Virginia from 1863 to 1865. Most of the men fighting with Mosby were in their early twenties or younger. His troops were respected, loyal, and willing to follow his orders. Mosby never asked his men to do anything he wouldn't do himself.

Mosby's men did not establish fixed camps like the regular Confederate cavalry. Instead, they blended into the civilian population, living and working among them. They always prepared for their next move, which usually involved a raid. Owning multiple horses was essential for their survival, as fresh mounts were needed, and they did not carry sabers. Instead, they relied on multiple revolvers and were expert marksmen. Skilled in reconnaissance, Mosby's men favored surprise attacks, often targeting enemy commanders. They raided outposts, wagon trains, and railroads, capturing generals and couriers. They also disrupted Union lines by drawing soldiers away from the main army and fought in some intense battles.

Mosby's Command in the Newspapers details his command's role in America's Civil War, operating behind the Union Army of the Potomac's front lines. It covers his raids, including the Wagon Train Raid and the Greenback Raid, as well as key battles like Miskell's Farm, Mt. Zion Church, Loudoun Heights, and his encounters with Blazer's Scouts. His activities are documented through the reporting of war correspondents for both national and local outlets, as well as by soldier journalists.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FK2H1XYF
• ISBN13: 9798292936541
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"