Welcome to the 26th Mississippi Website!

Visitors to this site come for various reasons: some have an interest in the history of the 26th; others had an ancestor who served with the unit; still others are simply interested in the Civil War. There may be a few who visit out of sheer curiosity. Regardless, I'm proud you're here.

The 26th Mississippi has largely been overlooked by Civil War historians and this website seeks to give this unit the historical recognition it deserves. I hope you'll point and click your way around this site and get to know these simple men who exhibited uncommon bravery and courage in a complex war.

Last Update: October 12, 2008
Check the "What's New" box to your right for all the latest updates!

I'm back!

Yes, it's been a while since the last update to the 26th Mississippi site. I had to take a little sabbatical from the project. But I'm back... renewed, refreshed and ready to go. Thanks to those of you who e-mailed and said, "Where are you? We're worried about you!" Everything is OK. My other responsibilities just required me to take a little time off.

Be sure to take a look at the "What's New" box to the right to see the latest updates. And there's more to come! Visit often as the site will be updated frequently.

Map of the Site

Would you like to see the contents of the site at a glance? Well, click HERE for a map of the site.

Relief Portrait of Col. A. E. Reynolds

A new photo collage of the bronze relief portrait of Col. A. E. Reynolds has been added to the "Photos" section. This monument of Col. Reynolds was erected in Vicksburg, Mississippi in 1915. This honor was bestowed upon him since he served as a brigade commander during the Vicksburg Campaign. He assumed command of Brig. Gen. Lloyd Tilghman's brigade in Loring's Division after Tilghman was killed at the Battle of Champion Hill.

Take a look. Go directly to the photo collage by clicking HERE

Please update your e-mail address!

If you participate in the Descendants' Directory, be sure to keep your e-mail address updated. This directory has become a valuable networking resource for those of you who research your genealogy. I've had glowing reports of distant relatives sharing information with one another.

Ever so often I get an e-mail saying, "Do you have an updated e-mail address for (this person)?" Painfully, I have to tell them the address on the site is the only one I have. So please update your e-addresses! Someone may be looking for you!

You can update your e-mail address the same way you entered it the first time. Just click HERE and enter the requested information. Thanks!