Capt. Matthews' Co. Heavy Artillery

Historical Notes:
Mathewes' Brigade was formed during the winter of 1862-1863. The company was attached to the Department of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, and served in the Charleston area. It was temporarily attached to the South Carolina 15th Artillery Battalion. From July 10 to September 6, 1863, it reported 8 casualties on Morris Island and had 46 men fit for duty. In January, 1865, the unit was assigned to J.B. Robertson's Brigade and in May included in the surrender. Officers:

Capt. John Raven Mathewes

Assignments:

attached to the Department of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida

assigned to J.B. Robertson's Brigade

Battles:
Charleston Harbor (AUG - SEP 1863)
Carolinas Campaign SC (FEB - APR 1865)
Roster:
The roster of this unit contains the names of 238 men.

Company A
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