Gilchrist's Company, South Carolina Heavy Artillery (Gist Guard)

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Brief History
Gist Guard Light Artillery was organized during the winter of 1862-1863. It served in the Department of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Surrendered in May, 1865 .



Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin
Men often enlisted in a company recruited in the counties where they lived though not always. After many battles, companies might be combined because so many men were killed or wounded. However if you are unsure which company your ancestor was in, try the company recruited in his county first.