Tuesday Evening Walk – August 26, 2025

The Florida Brigade – LBG Bill Thomas

The program will focus on the smallest brigade in the Army of Northern Virginia:  Perry’s Florida Brigade.  They fought on both the second and third day of the battle under the direction of an “acting commander” and suffered significant casualties.  On the second day of the battle, in spite of its small size, the three regiments drove portions of Carr’s Brigade from the Emmitsburg Road Ridge and endeavored to press onward.  During the walk, the Brigade’s role in support of Pickett’s Division on the third day of the battle will also be examined.   The conclusion of the program will focus on the dedication of the Florida State Monument during the centennial anniversary of the battle.

Acknowledgement of Risks