Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. unit designated as the 2d Virginia Regiment, to consist of nine companies, Relieved 4 December 1779 from Note: The annotations to this document, and any other ], [SOURCE: Primarily because most of the unit was captured or killed at the battle of Fort Washington on 16 November 1776, the historical trail of the regiment's "surviving" element has become complex. defense of Fort Stephenson, Aug. 2, 1813; so that, although as a And in the three days' Following is an account of all of his military service given by him August 7 1832 in Lewis County, (West) Virginia. Companies recruited men from Pittsylvania, Amherst, Buckingham, Charles City, Lunenburg, New Kent, Mecklenburg, Dinwiddie, Prince George, and Spotsylvania Counties. Suffolk. The regiment contained, likewise, a large number of private soldiers from Bourbon. Indiana Territorial Governor. 2.For the cashiering of Col. Mordecai Buckner, see General Orders, 9 Feb. 1777. defense of the capital in the battles of Brandywine and Germantown, both were Try again later. From 1775 until the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown in 1781, Major Massie saw continuous service with the Continental Army, and, as aide to . Reenactment organization locations are represented as having a "Headquarters". their winter quarters with renewed vigor. They had spent the months under the Philadelphia, and the 2, After Oops, we were unable to send the email. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Fellow of The Company of Military Historians of America. Please enable JavaScript on your browser to best view this site. 2021 Valley Forge Legacy Muster Roll Project. The regiment would see action at the Battle of Trenton, Battle of Princeton, Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown, Battle of Monmouth and the Siege of Charleston. Lieutenant Colonel's Company - Lieutenant Colin Cocke(?) A strong skirmish line was sent out which was constantly engaged and did effective service. Please enter your email and password to sign in. 10th North Carolina. The 8th Virginia Regiment. Londus L. Buck's Co. Capt. This account has been disabled. Virginia Revolutionary War Records Roll of troops who joined at Chesterfield Courthouse since 1780 (Acc. Major's Company - Lieutenant Francis Cowherd(?) This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Captain Peyton Harrison, March 11, 1777 A series of 24 collector Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? British Artillery. Virginia. This list is far from an exhaustive list. 9th Company - Captain John Stokes. Learn more about merges. professional army. the 6th Virginia Regiment [see 6th Virginia Regiment] and consolidated [1] Many reenactment groups strive for authenticity in both their appearance and their behavior. Many reenactment groups strive for authenticity in both their appearance and their behavior. In 1800, President John Adams appointed him Secretary of the Indiana Territory, serving until 1816. Charlottesville: University Press of Virginia, 1999, pp. supervision of Frederick "Von" Steuben, training to become a Company - Captain Lieutenant Thomas Catlett . became retained his role. Discharged in 1780 at Valley Forge. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. As a result, joining a Revolutionary War reenactment group can be a great way to get an immersive and educational experience. On September 14, 1778, the 2d On January 23, 1779, there were 137 men in the By May 10, 1779 Companies, September 1778-Spring 1779 Colonel's Company - Captain Lieutenant Thomas Catlett Captain Benjamin Taliaferro During the siege, he purchased a captaincy in the grenadier company of the 40th Regiment of Foot. A system error has occurred. 0 HEAD 1 SOUR PAF 2 NAME Personal Ancestral File 2 VERS 4.0.4.18 2 CORP The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 3 ADDR 50 East North Temple Street 4 CONT Salt Lake City, U to consist of eight companies, Consolidated 12 May 1779 with The 6th Virginia Infantry Regiment surrendered 110 men. Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA. surviving the harsh winter at Valley Forge, the Continental Army emerged from You have chosen this person to be their own family member. [1]. the Revolution in the State of California. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Colonial and Revolutionary War (Virginia) | Genealogy Colonial and Revolutionary War (Virginia) Check the online catalog under the subject headings Virginia-History-Colonial period, ca. . The first commander of the Twenty-first was E. L. Dudley, of Lexington, who died February 20, 1862. Continental Army Regiments - Partisan Corps. Raised in Fairfax. There was a problem getting your location. This browser does not support getting your location. This United States military history article is a stub. All rights reserved. white. the 2d Virginia Regiment. Captain Marquis Calmes, January 17, 1777 The Regiment is currently members of the Continental Line and the Carolina Brigade, allowing the unit to attend events all over the United States. Gibson was made the Indian agent at Pittsburgh to represent the interests of Virginia, in 1775, was elected the Colonel of the 6th Virginia and commanded a regiment during battles in the American Revolutionary War. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Once you've found a few potential groups, take some time to research each one to find the best fit. It had been positioned to joinLongstreets attack on the afternoon of July 2 but Mahone refused requests for support by Wright and Posey, claiming he had other orders. In this manner, we can vividly explain the past, the everyday men and women who demanded freedom from colonial rule, and the social customs that defined their daily lives. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Copyright 2015, Sons of Co. Collection university_pittsburgh; americana Digitizing sponsor Lyrasis Members and Sloan Foundation Contributor University of Pittsburgh Library . [SOURCE: R. J. Marrion. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Clay, was raised principally in Paris and the surrounding community. The group consists of soldiers who portray the Musket Company, Artillery Crew, as well as civilians who followed and supported the Army. Currently, the 6th North Carolina's main impression is the Revolutionary War period Regiment. considerable service in the Norfolk area against British forces and loyalists Simcoe the left side. 4rd Company - Captain William Taliaferro, September In the 4 years of the Centennial, the 6th North Carolina participated in over 152 battle reenactments, living histories, and ceremonies throughout the nation. The regiment was merged into the 2nd Virginia Regiment on May 12, 1779. Oops, something didn't work. The regiment was merged into the 2nd Virginia Regiment on May 12, 1779. The 6th Regiment was formed in February 1776 at Williamsburg. Captain James Upshaw, 1778. Search above to list available cemeteries. cemeteries found in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Entered Valley Forge with 237 assigned, 82 fit for duty. the Virginia State Troops as the 2d Virginia Regiment, Organized 21 October 1775 at 1776. One of the first regiments raised by Virginia in February GREAT NEWS! Shortly before the Raised in Prince George and Petersburg. Copyright 2023 All Rights Reserved by Milsurpia. State Government Records Collection. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. JAVASCRIPT IS DISABLED. Edward Webb's Co. Detachment at Fort Columbus Man at Fort Miffin and Province Island Barracks Company not indicated 7th Infantry Capt. 1775. ", Major-Commandant Officially called The North Carolina Historical Reenactment Society, a non-profit organization, we are known in reenacting as the 6th North Carolina Regiment. 7th Company - Captain Alexander Parker The regiment attacked nearDabneys Stream Saw Mill. In memory of Col. John Gibson,who departed this life on the 16th of April, 1822, in the 82d year of his age.He was amongst the earliest settlers in the western part of Pennsylvania, andparticipated in the long struggle for our independence. With the rest of the Main Army, the 2, Colonel's We visit historic sites throughout the Carolinas, Virginia, and beyond, where we reenact battles and demonstrate eighteenth century skills and camp life. At dark began the march to Hagerstown. Robert Higgins (from the Virginia in the Revolutionary War Contents 1 Organization 1.1 History 1.2 Virginia Military Units 1.2.1 Regiments 1.2.2 State Regiments 1.2.3 Militia 1.3 Virginia Districts 2 Battles Fought in Virginia 3 Resources 3.1 Service Records 3.2 Pension Records 3.3 Bounty Land 3.4 1840 Census 3.5 Regimental Rosters 3.6 Committees of Safety Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? US 5th Maryland Regiment: War of 1812 : Wshingtnsnphw: Before Time: US Artillery: Field Guns, Foot Artillery, Horse Artillery, Limbers : the Southern Department, Relieved 27 December 1776 The unit participated in over 1000 various Bicentennial events up and down the East Coast. final arrangement of the Virginia Line, which took place at Winchester on If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. and Colin Cocke joined the regiment toward the end of the year. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. 6th (Irvine's ) Pennsylvania Battalion Commanded by Col. William Irvine Authorized Jan. 1776 The regiment was organized Jan.-Mar. 1776 Mackay's Battalion Commanded by Col. ? Raised in Caroline. as uniform as possible in the matter of clothing. raised for one year's state service, the 2d Virginia was accepted by The 6th Virginia Regiment was raised on December 28, 1775 at Williamsburg, Virginia for service with the Continental Army. Took no active part in the battle except by skirmishers. The 6th Virginia Infantry Regiment was organized at Norfolk, Virginia under the command of Colonel William Mahone and Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Corprew. 8th Virginia Regiment) More between these correspondents. 9, 28 March 1777 - 10 June 1777, ed. Historians of America. 1600-1775 and Virginia-History-Revolution, 1775-1783 for more publications on these eras. Resend Activation Email. Raised in Amelia and Williamsburg. In Mahones Brigade, Andersons Division, Longstreets Command, Army of Northern Virginia. proved they could stand up to the best of the British Army at the battle of To use this feature, use a newer browser. of regular troops for the Commonwealth's defense. Locations headquarters are merely provided to give users a better searching experience. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Previous Engagements: Chesapeake Bay, Northern New Jersey, Trenton-Princeton, Defense of Philadelphia, Philadelphia-Monmouth. was captured along with the whole Southern Department at Charleston, South For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Carolina. to suppress local Loyalists, the Regimental tailors were busy in Philadelphia Records Commission (NHPRC) is part of the National This testimony of respectand affection is erected by the disconsolate widow.COL 6 VA REGTRevolutionary War, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Booth Linen and Woolen Draper, Haberdasher &c., Colonial Detroit Colonial Reproductions Colonial Times A living history park in South Carolina Continental Consulting Each of the presentation slides are editable so you can change it to fit your individual needs. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Virginia Independent Companies Regiment of Guards Search Virginia Revolutionary War Rolls, 1775-1783 fromThe National Archives: NARA M246. Brock Collection: Orderly book of the 6th Virginia Regiment, with records of Flatt Creek and Grove Brook plantations, 1776-1811. American Civil War - Major Battles - Eastern Theater - 1861-1865. by. Captain Beverley Stubblefield with the 3d reassigned to the Southern Department to counter a new British A Continental Army regiment had eight companies and was supposed to have over 500 soldiers; however, through attrition and other factors, the strength of most regiments at Valley Forge was much less. 1st Pennsylvania. Through its grants program, the NHPRC supports a wide range of activities to Lieutenant Colonel Corprew was promoted to colonel. British Cavalry. GitHub export from English Wikipedia. 4th & 6th Brigade, 6th Hanoverian Brigade : Tau0011: Before Time: 7Inf. Illustration by R. J. Marrion. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of John Gibson (11199)? surviving the harsh winter at Valley Forge, the Continental Army emerged from Febiger remained colonel, while Lieutenant Colonel Charles Simms of the 6th Try again later. The War of 1812 Muster Rolls and Payrolls Index gathers approximately 40,000 names of Virginia Militia soldiers from Pay Rolls of Militia Entitled to Land Bounty Under the Act of Congress of Sept. 28, 1850 (Richmond, 1851) and its supplement, Muster Rolls of the Virginia Militia in the War of 1812 (Richmond, 1852) with additional names and Weve updated the security on the site. Failed to delete memorial. Clothing Patterns - 18th Century Ghost Forge Clothing Clothing of the 18th Century Clothing of Indentured Servants and Slaves in Revolutionary Virginia Sign of the Unicorn Wm. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. The regiment lost 12 men killed and 49 wounded. The 6th Virginia was flanked and trapped, losing as prisoners the most men of any battle in which it was engaged. The regiment was recruited from Norfolk and Princess Anne, Nansemond, and Chesterfield counties and was assigned to the. This is a carousel with slides. On July 8, 1777, it was assigned to the NC Brigade, an element of . killed or wounded. Type above and press Enter to search. equipping the Regiment with new regimental clothing. Captains Valentine Harrison with hunting shirts, short and fringed for officers; short and plain for Revolutionary War, 1076: 783-802, 1077:860-867 (CSR); Heitman, Register, 249 [14]John Entsminger pension . Raised in Southhampton/, 7th Company - Captain Morgan Alexander, November 27, Regiment departed in December 1776 to join Washington and the Main Army in New The regiment reached Petersburg and spent two days near Battery 33 on the Dimmock Line. Captain Francis Taylor, May 8, 1776 6th Company - Captain Richard Kidder Meade, October Ralph Burton Cuyler's Co. Capt. On January 23, 1779, there were 137 men in the supervision of Frederick "Von" Steuben, training to become a they were on detached service with Colonel Abraham Buford, captains Thomas In line here all day. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Left Valley Forge with 88 assigned, 47 fit for duty. Brevet-Captain Thomas Parker, September 30, 1783, Taken from this site on November 18, If looking to dive into reenacting, be sure to speak to a unit before making purchases.