Rod McLean
History of 51st Alabama Cavalry (Partisan Rangers)
Thu Apr 26 11:06:14 2001


To further genealogical research on my great-grandfather, Daniel. W. McLean, and my grand-uncle, David Shaw Bethune, both of Pike County, AL, both of whom served in this unit, I am interested in learning the history, from the formation forward, of the 51st Alabama Cavalry (Partisan Rangers) specifically:

--- When, how, where and by whom were they formed?
--- What were their military engagements?
--- When, and under what conditions, were they incorporated into a force serving under N.B. Forrest?

Additionally, should anyone have information on either or both of the above-named men, such data would be most appreciated.

Thank you.