Of the 46 Confederate regiments that went into the famous charge at Gettysburg on July 3, 1863, 15 were commanded by General pickett.
"The Civil War Centennial Handbook"
William H. Price
Says a correspondent of the Richmond Enquirer: "Just as pickett was getting well under the enemy's fire, our batteries ceased firing.
"Three Years in the Federal Cavalry"
Willard Glazier
This was a fearful moment for pickett and his brave command.
"Three Years in the Federal Cavalry"
Willard Glazier