I honor of Black History Month, I would like to point out that there were nine black regiments of the United States Colored Troops opposing the Confederate along the Sugar Loaf Line in February 1865.
These would be the troops of Wright and A. Ames as shown on the map of the Sugar Loaf battle.
They were under the overall command of Brigadier General Charles J. Paine of the XXV Corps.
Wright's troops were the 3rd Brigade under Elias Wright and consisted of the 1st, 5th, 10th, 27th and 37th USCT.
A. Ame's troops were the 2nd Brigade of John J. Ames and consisted of the 4th, 6th, 30th and 39th USCT.
There was also a white brigade along the line commanded by Joseph C. Abbott of the XXIV Corps, 1st Division.
Playing a Major Role. --Old M-Runner
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