The State Militia played a significant role in helping to police the course.  Over 1600 were involved from the following organizations, all under the command of Col. M J. O'Leary:

Savannah Volunteer Guard, Savannah Cadets, Georgia Hussars, Emmet Rifles, Irish Jasper Greens, Chatham Artillery, German Volunteers, Oglethorpe Light Infantry, Naval Reserves, Republican Blues 

The Military Committee were:  Commander: Col. M.J. O'Leary

Major W.B. Stephens                         Capt. J.O. Maggioni

Capt. R. J. Davant                             Capt. R.J. Travis

Capt. F.P. McIntyre                            Capt. S.N. Harris

Capt. W.G. Logan                              Capt. G.C. Heyward

Capt. G.D. Semken                            Capt. W.H. Robertson

Capt. Howard M. Peek                        Lt. Com. W.L. Grayson

Capt. Oliver Allen                              Mr. F. Screven

1st Lt. J.A. Daily                                Mr. J.C. Sipple