The reversed cannon represents what regimental action?

• A. The defense of Vicksburg
• B. The capture of Hood's artillery during the Confederates' delaying action at West Harpeth, Tennessee
• C. The surrender at Appomattox
• D. The fall of Atlanta

Answer: (B)

In regimental symbolism, a cannon that is shown reversed typically represents the capture of the enemy’s artillery. Here, the reversed cannon honors the moment when Union forces seized Hood’s artillery during the Confederates’ delaying action at West Harpeth, Tennessee. That action was part of Hood’s retreat and attempt to slow the Union advance, and taking the enemy’s guns was a notable achievement for the unit. The other options point to different campaigns or outcomes with their own distinct symbols, not the capture of artillery, so they don’t fit this emblematic meaning.