Historical Summary
The 17th Battalion Alabama Sharpshooters was a specialized Confederate skirmish unit in the Western Theater. Deploying ahead of the main infantry lines, they provided critical intelligence and disrupted enemy formations, most notably engaging in advanced screening operations during the protracted battles of the Atlanta Campaign.
Key Engagements
- Atlanta Campaign
Service Record
Total Casualties
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Organized At
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Mustered Out / Surrendered
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Notable Commanders
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NARA Pension Locator
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