56th Virginia Inf., Co. E

Ebenezer Greys

The 56th VA joined the Western Region in May 1998 with Jim Wilson as unit commander.

The original 56th VA was formed in 1861 at Camp Lee, Richmond, VA. In 1862 they fought at Ft. Donelson, Tenn. Afterwards, they returned to Virginia and became part of Pickett's Division, Longstreets Corp. They continued to fight in most major battles through out Virginia. They fought at Gettysburg, as part of Garnett's Brigade and later surrendered at Appomatox Court House with only 35 troops left.

If you are interested in joining us or would just like to learn more about skirmishing, please contact one of the following.

Commander:

Bob Bucher

1061 Heartwood Lane

Lake Zurich, IL

60047

e-mail

Other Contact:

Jim Wilson

470 N. 3rd Ave, Apt. 2

Des Plaines, IL

60016

e-mail

Meetings are at

Wheaton VFW Hall Post 2164

731 Papworth Rd.

Wheaton, IL 60187

Date of Meeting: 2nd Thursday of each month

Time of Meeting: 8:00pm

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Last updated January 3, 2006