List of Confederate Regular Army officers facts for kids
This article shares information about some of the officers who served in the Regular Army of the Confederate States of America, often called the ACSA. These officers were part of the military forces that fought for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. This list does not include the highest-ranking generals. It also shows the final rank and unit these officers served in if they were part of the Provisional Army of the Confederate States, known as the PACS.
Note: An asterisk (*) next to a name means the officer was killed in action or died from their wounds.
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Confederate Army Officers
During the American Civil War (1861-1865), the Confederate States of America formed armies to fight against the United States. These armies were made up of many soldiers, led by officers. Officers are leaders who command soldiers and plan battles.
What Was the Confederate Army?
The Confederate Army was the main land military force of the Confederate States. It was created to defend the Southern states that had separated from the United States. Soldiers came from all walks of life, from farmers to lawyers. They joined to fight for their cause.
Regular vs. Provisional Armies
The Confederacy had two main types of armies:
- Regular Army (ACSA): This was the smaller, professional part of the army. It was meant to be a permanent military force, similar to how countries have standing armies today. Officers in the Regular Army were career soldiers.
- Provisional Army (PACS): This was the much larger part of the Confederate military. It was formed for the specific purpose of fighting the war. Most soldiers and officers who served during the American Civil War were part of the Provisional Army. Many officers from the Regular Army also served in the Provisional Army, often with higher ranks.
Important Officers in the Regular Army
The officers listed below were part of the Regular Army. They played important roles in leading troops and supporting the Confederate war effort. Their ranks show their level of command and responsibility.
| Name | Regular Army Rank (ACSA) | Provisional Army Rank and Last Unit Served (PACS) |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Boteler | Second Lieutenant | Colonel, Military Judge |
| Augustus Forsberg | First Lieutenant | Colonel, 51st Virginia Infantry |
| William Walter Leake | Captain | Captain, 1st Louisiana Cavalry |
| George Right Smith | First Lieutenant | First Lieutenant, Company H, 18th Georgia Volunteer Infantry |
| William Elam Tanner | Lieutenant Colonel | Lieutenant Colonel, 2nd Virginia Infantry |
| James Augustus Washington | Colonel | Colonel, 50th North Carolina |
