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4th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment

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Country
  
United States

Branch
  
Infantry

Allegiance
  
Union

Active
  
May 2, 1861 to May 25, 1863

Engagements
  
Battle of Antietam Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Chancellorsville

The 4th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. It is also known as the 1st Scott's Life Guard.

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Service

The regiment was organized in New York City and was mustered in for a two-year enlistment on May 2, 1861.

The regiment was mustered out of service on May 25, 1863.

Casualties

The regiment suffered 64 deaths from wounds and 24 from other causes, for a total of 88 fatalities.

Commanders

  • Colonel Alfred W. Taylor
  • Colonel John Dunn MacGregor
  • References

    4th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Wikipedia