From: [http://www.nps.gov/civilwar/search-soldiers-detail.htm?soldierId=056c8291-dc7a-df11-bf36-b8ac6f5d926a]
8th Infantry Regiment was organized at Marion, South Carolina, during the spring of 1861. Many of the men were from Darlington and Marion counties. The unit moved to Florence, then during the end of May was ordered to Virginia. Hope this is your man! Mags