In a message dated 9/4/0 4:01:16 PM, you wrote: <<There is no direct relationship between the 2nd MS Infantry (Mexican War) and the 2nd MS Infantry (Civil War). The designation "2nd MS Infantry" was not reserved for troops from Itawamba. -- Jim H.>> Jim, Do you have any information about the 2nd MS Calvary Unit, Colonel Cowden's or Gowden's regiment? Thanks.