I am sure you folks probably know about the web site for the 43rd but, if not, go to http://home.att.net/~fortythirdgeorgia/main.htm

It may not answer your questions but it is an interesting site. My ancestor was in Co. E of the 43rd. (W. O. Hughes)

Proud Son of Confederate Veterans
Camp # 1642 Col. Hiram P. Bell
Cumming, GA
Joe Bailey
Norcross, GA