Mississippi Rifles (Mexican–American War)

There were three distinct groups known as Mississippi Rifles that responded to governor Albert Gallatin Brown's call for volunteers to supplement the forces of the regular army during the Mexican–American War.

Neither unit participated in major combat operations..."[1] In regard to the latter group, a biography of the group's commander, another future Confederate named J. Patton Anderson, states "In answer to the governor's call, Anderson organized a company of volunteers from the regiment of Mississippi militia in DeSoto County.

There is little information in records or newspapers regarding this battalion..."[5] According to a newspaper account of October 20, 1847, "A battalion of five companies of riflemen from Mississippi, called out in July, has not yet been organized.

It is supposed that it will be raised, and its strength may be estimated at 400.

"[7] Anderson contracted malaria during his Mexican War service, and it caused him continuing health problems for the remainder of his life.