Virginia Capitol Building (Richmond)
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Used By The Confederate Congress During The War.

     The first Confederate legislature was called Provisional due to the quick creation of the government, and no public caucus for the selection of deputies and delegates. Following general elections on 06 November 1861, the First Confederate Congress assembled in Richmond on 18 February 1862. Elections were held again in 1863, and the Second Confederate Congress began its first session on 02 May 1864. They adjourned sine die (without a day) on 18 March 1865.

Confederate Congresses

Provisional Confederate Congress (04 February 1861-17 February 1862)-The Deputies And Delegates That Comprised This Legislative Body During The First Year Of The War Between The States.

First Confederate Congress (18 February 1862-17 February 1864)-The Senators, Representatives, And Territorial Delegates That Comprised This Legislative Body During The Second And Third Years Of The War Between The States.

Second Confederate Congress (02 May 1864-18 March 1865)-The Senators, Representatives, And Territorial Delegates That Comprised This Legislative Body During The Last Year Of The War Between The States.