Hampton's Legion
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Hampton's Legion was an American Civil War military unit of the Confederate States of America, organized and partially financed by wealthy South Carolina planter Wade Hampton III. Initially composed of infantry, cavalry, and artillery battalions, elements of Hampton's Legion participated in virtually every major campaign in the Eastern Theater, from the first to the last battle.
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Active | Summer 1861–1865 |
Country | Confederate States of America |
Allegiance | Confederate States |
Branch | Confederate Volunteer Army |
Type | Multiple Component Legion |
Engagements | American Civil War |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Wade Hampton |
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