Today marks the 144th anniversary of the Battle of New Market. My great-great grandfather, John McGann fought for the 51st Virginia Infantry. The 51st earned a reputation as a brave and hard-fighting unit and led the charge at New Market. This victory saved the 
15 May 2008
I Almost Forgot
Today marks the 144th anniversary of the Battle of New Market. My great-great grandfather, John McGann fought for the 51st Virginia Infantry. The 51st earned a reputation as a brave and hard-fighting unit and led the charge at New Market. This victory saved the 
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Was the 51st Virginia commanded by the grandfather of Gen. George Patton?
Hello Stephen.
William McFarland Patton Born August 22, 1845, Richmond, Virginia; graduate VMI Class of 1865; while a cadet took part in the Battle of New Market as a cadet sergeant in Company B of the Corps of Cadets.
See: http://www.vmi.edu/archives.aspx?id=5299
I thought I had read of a Col. John Patton in relation to New Market. Does that sound right?
Stephen:
See this link:
http://www.emmitsburg.net/john/contents/22ndvainfantry/soldiers/george_patton.htm
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