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2nd South Carolina Cavalry Regiment
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The 2nd South Carolina Cavalry Regiment was a cavalry regiment made from the Hampton's Legion cavalry Battalion. The 2nd served for most of the American Civil War mounted until the near end when dismounted.
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2nd South Carolina Cavalry Regiment | |
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Active | August 22, 1862 to 1865 |
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Type | Cavalry |
Engagements | American Civil War |
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Notable commanders | Lt Gen Wade Hampton III Maj Gen Matthew C. Butler Col Matthew C. Butler |
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