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Jeff Davis (Virginia) Artillery (Reese's)
Army CSA
Corps 2
Division 3
Brigade Artillery
Commander Capt. W. J. Reese
Location Oak Hill, southeast of Peace Memorial
ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA
EWELL'S CORPS RODES' DIVISION
CARTER'S BATTALION REESE'S BATTERY
THE JEFF DAVIS ARTILLERY
Four 3 Inch Rifles

July 1. Was placed in position near here in support of Dole's Brigade against two divisions of the Eleventh Corps which were massing on his front and left flank. It rendered effective service not only in protecting Dole's flank but also aided in dislodging the Union infantry and artillery from their position in the fields north of the town.

July 2. Remained in Reserve.

July 3. In position on Seminary Ridge near the railroad cut and took part in the cannonade preceding Longstreet's assault.

July 4. After nightfall began the march to Hagerstown.

Ammunition expended 229 rounds.

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