Artillery
The thunder of
artillery proclaimed the beginning of the War Between the States at Fort Sumter. The devastating effect of artillery determined the outcomes of many a battle, and its silence signaled to the nation the end of four years of
conflict. Memorial Hall is proud to display the personal artifacts of Confederate artilleryman, including many items from the famous Washington Artillery, the premier artillery unit of the Civil War
Infantry
The legacy of Johnny
Reb is epitomized in the Confederate infantryman. Often under-supplied, undernourished and underpaid, the Confederate infantryman marched on with proud determination, fighting against staggering odds with a "rebel yell"
that symbolized his confidence of victory and his belief in his Cause. A collage of uniforms, accoutrements, firearms and personal belongings highlight this exhibit
Cavalry
Confederate cavalrymen were
valuable mounted scouts, scavenging and, occasionally, plundering along their way. They were the "eyes and ears" of the infantry. Identified cavalry items round out this fine display of artifacts.
Memorial Hall Foundation - Confederate Civil War Museum
929 Camp St. New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 523-4522 phone (504) 523-8595 fax
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